Legal Associate

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The Impact of a Legal Associate at Coupa:

The Legal Associate position involves providing comprehensive legal support within Coupa's Legal department. You will have the opportunity to be a key contributor to the function by providing support and driving processes across the Employment (60%) and Commercial (40%) functions.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct legal research and analysis to provide actionable advice.

• Manage and maintain complex case files, ensuring all documents are accurately filed, indexed, and accessible.

• Monitor and advise on legal regulatory changes.

• Assist with billing and invoicing procedures, including review and approval of legal invoices.

• Support legal technology development and implementation, including AI and contract administration systems.

• Draft and review a wide range of agreements, developing and continuously improving templates and processes.

• Help establish and implement best practices for corporate legal and cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance and efficiency.

• Coordinate with external counsel and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and effective responses to legal inquiries.

• Assist in compiling and rolling out training materials, templates, and other support for the businesses and functions on legal matters.

• Assist in document preservation, collection, review, and production for litigation and regulatory matters.

• Assist in subpoena responses, including gathering, reviewing, and organizing relevant materials, and preparing formal responses.

• Assist with budgeting and tracking legal expenses, identifying opportunities for cost savings.

• Support internal investigations and compliance initiatives, including conducting interviews and preparing reports.

• Work independently on special projects relating to legal functions, providing strategic insights and recommendations.

• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on various legal issues.

What You Will Bring to Coupa:

• Law degree

• 1-2 years of experience working in a firm or corporate legal department

• Strong legal research and writing skills.

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• A strong interest in corporate law and business operations.

Coupa complies with relevant laws and regulations regarding equal opportunity and offers a welcoming and inclusive work environment. Decisions related to hiring, compensation, training, or evaluating performance are made fairly, and we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees.

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