Legal Operations Engineer at red-gate.
About the role Red-gate is looking for a skilled engineer to join on a five-month fixed-term contract focused on transforming documented legal processes into fully operational automated systems.
In this position, you will partner closely with the General Counsel to build and deploy AI-powered solutions that eliminate time-consuming manual administrative work.
The goal is to create robust, lasting infrastructure that significantly improves how the legal team handles routine tasks.
This is a hands-on delivery role requiring someone who can hit the ground running and produce tangible results within a compressed timeline.
You will be responsible for taking existing process documentation and turning it into working automation that the internal team can maintain long after the contract concludes.Location: Cambridge with hybrid working arrangement requiring Wednesday office attendanceEngagement: Five-month fixed-term contract positionCompensation: Between 80,000 and 90,000 GBP calculated on a full time-equivalent basis and paid pro rataReporting structure: Reports within the Chief Financial Officer organizationWhat you'll doReview and analyze existing Lucidchart process diagrams along with associated improvement documentation to develop a structured and prioritized implementation roadmap for automation buildsIdentify and automate repetitive high-volume administrative processes with particular emphasis on streamlining contract intake procedures and NDA routing workflows throughout the organizationArchitect and deploy sophisticated AI agentic workflows leveraging large language models including Claude to intelligently process and respond to legal department requestsEliminate stopgap solutions currently in place such as Microsoft Forms by building permanent automated infrastructure that provides greater reliability and scalabilitySet up and configure various legal technology platforms encompassing contract lifecycle management software, DocuSign electronic signature capabilities,



and SharePoint document management systemsCreate thorough documentation covering all implemented automations and operational procedures to enable smooth knowledge transfer to permanent staff membersMaintain regular communication with the General Counsel regarding build progress and timeline adherence through structured status reportingEvaluate existing workflows for additional automation opportunities beyond the initially documented processesEstablish testing protocols to validate that automated workflows perform correctly before deployment to production environmentsDesign error handling and exception management procedures to ensure automated systems fail gracefully when encountering unexpected inputsCollaborate with IT and security teams to ensure all implementations meet organizational standards for data protection and system accessCreate user guides and training materials to help legal team members interact effectively with newly automated systemsRequirementsDemonstrated track record of rapidly building and deploying process automations or workflow solutions without requiring lengthy discovery or analysis phases before beginning implementation workDirect practical experience architecting and constructing AI agentic workflows that utilize large language models such as Claude for intelligent task processing and decision supportCapacity to work autonomously while effectively managing a prioritized backlog of deliverables within the strict five-month project durationComprehensive understanding of the operational challenges and risk considerations that commonly affect in-house legal departments and corporate counsel teamsOutstanding verbal and written communication abilities including the skill to translate complex technical implementations into accessible explanations for colleagues without technical backgroundsImmediate availability to commence work or ability to start within a maximum one-week notice period from offer acceptanceExperience delivering projects with fixed deadlines and clear accountability for outcomesComfort working in environments where requirements may evolve and priorities shift based on business needsStrong problem-solving abilities with a pragmatic approach to finding workable solutions quicklyNice to havePrior hands-on experience implementing or administering legal technology solutions such as contract lifecycle management platforms, matter management systems, or electronic signature toolsProfessional background in business analysis, process reengineering, digital transformation initiatives, or robotic process automation implementationsFamiliarity with legal department operations including common workflows around contract review, compliance tracking, and matter intakeExperience working directly with executive stakeholders including general counsel or chief legal officersKnowledge of data privacy requirements and how they impact legal technology implementationsUnderstanding of integration patterns between enterprise systems commonly found in corporate environmentsSkills & toolsLarge language models with specific expertise in Claude for building intelligent automationLow-code and no-code automation platforms including Power Automate and Zapier for rapid workflow developmentLucidchart for process mapping interpretation and documentationRobotic process automation tools for handling structured repetitive tasksContract lifecycle management software for end-to-end contract handlingDocuSign for electronic signature workflow configurationSharePoint for document management and collaboration infrastructureMicrosoft 365 ecosystem for enterprise productivity integrationPractical notesThe recruitment timeline has been accelerated with the intention of having the selected candidate in place by the end of July ****Perks package includes private health insurance coverage, a monthly wellbeing allowance for personal health activities, and paid time off entitlementsEvery application submitted receives review by actual human team members rather than automated screening aloneCandidates should be prepared for a streamlined interview process given the urgency of filling this positionThe hybrid arrangement provides flexibility while ensuring regular face-to-face collaboration with the legal team
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📌 Legal Operations Engineer (Western Australia)
🏢 Red Gate
📍 Western Australia