Role Overview
PPHC is hiring a director-level Head of Legal Operations and Managing Paralegal. This is a full-time role in Washington. Part of PPHC's Lifecycle hiring, posted 3 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
The base salary range for this position is $110,502 to $130,003 Position Overview A newly created position due to growth, the Director, Legal Operations will be primarily responsible for collaboratively providing legal support services with the AVP of Legal Services and Chief Legal Officer, working with C-Suite Executives. Key areas of focus will be mergers & acquisitions, business contracts, personnel matters and general operations support. This role will work cross-functionally with the holding company, member companies, and external counsel, to provide ongoing legal services and is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in helping to build a rapidly growing post-IPO company.
As a Director, you will: Support all phases of mergers and acquisitions; deal structuring, NDAs, due diligence, closing and post-closing processes. Manage transaction and due diligence documentation; utilize data rooms and coordinate due diligence requests and responses. Support post-closing legal integration processes; update entity governance, contracts, and regulatory filings.
Support outside counsel engagement on international M&A due diligence and transactions. Support day-to-day administration of the company’s credit facilities; track covenants, coordinate required reporting, support lender communications, and document amendments, consents, and M&A related financing impacts. Support personnel matters across the full employment lifecycle; prepare or review legal documentation and provide support for onboarding, separations, contractor engagements, and management of restrictive covenants and confidentiality obligations.
Opportunity to support the legal department across various disciplines including client contracts (new clients, renewals, amendments, terminations, RFPs), vendor contracts, operational compliance, asset management, and dispute resolution. Perform other duties as necessary to achieve departmental goals. To be successful, you will need: ~5-7+ years of paralegal experience in a law firm or in-house legal department ~ Demonstrates strong learning agility; committed to continuous learning and professional growth ~ Comfortable with hands-on environment; willing and excited to take ownership of both strategic and day-to-day tasks that support company growth ~ Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, specifically Excel; ability to learn and adapt to new software ~ Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university ~ Proven ability to operate with integrity and ethics, and maintain highest standards of confidentiality ~ Willingness and ability to meet and exceed established deadlines ~ Dependability and reliability ~ Be able to adjust to flexible work schedules ~ A “Can – Do” Attitude ~ We prefer that you have: ~ Demonstrated success supporting M&A transactions across the full lifecycle ~ Experience supporting personnel matters across the employment lifecycle ~ Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Microsoft Excel What We Offer: ~ Generous PTO policy of 21 days per year for all full-time employees ~ Competitive yearly bonus structure based on performance ~401K plan with traditional and Roth options ~ Medical/Dental/Vision coverage for employees and families with opportunity to enroll in HSA ~ Opportunities to enroll in Flexible Spending accounts and Commuting accounts ~ Company paid basic life insurance of $50,000, long term disability, and short term disability coverage ~ Company paid access to a wide range of health and well-being resources and services including telephonic counseling, legal advice, and other services Additional Information While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle, feel, or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Public Policy Holding
Company (PPHC) is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. PPHC does not discriminate based on disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Head of Legal Operations and Managing Paralegal position at PPHC?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to PPHC. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Head of Legal Operations and Managing Paralegal position at PPHC located?
This position is based in Washington. PPHC has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Head of Legal Operations and Managing Paralegal at PPHC earn?
PPHC has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Head of Legal Operations and Managing Paralegal role at PPHC posted?
This role was posted on May 15, 2026 (24 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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