Senior Paralegal & Operations Analyst

Tides

Job Overview

Location

Remote

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• The Senior Paralegal & Operations Analyst handles a variety of matters with varying complexity across the Legal, Risk & Compliance (LRC) department that support and address Tides’ activities implicating federal, state and local laws applicable to nonprofits.
• Reporting directly to the Senior Director, Legal, this individual receives assignments from all LRC team members, and their responsibilities are carried out to advance departmental objectives.
• Ideal candidates will have the ability to exercise independent judgement and make decisions on complex tasks and projects.
• They will also demonstrate core competencies of Leading Self through self-awareness, JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion) practice, continuous learning, and project management.
• The role involves independently researching and synthesizing nonprofit regulatory requirements and assessing operational impact, advising LRC teams on compliance implications and recommended implementation approaches.
• The individual will evaluate the tracking, analysis and reporting of regulated activities in the topic areas noted, and identify and implement improvements to systems, processes, and policies.
• They will own and continuously improve the LRC intake, prioritization, and service delivery framework, exercising discretion to determine routing escalation thresholds, and resolution standards for complex legal and compliance matters.
• The Senior Paralegal & Operations Analyst will maintain the LRC calendar, mail, support, and design and execute agendas for LRC department meetings.
• They will manage review and payment processing for LRC matters, such as outside counsel bills and vendors, and manage subscriptions.
• The individual will design, manage, and recommend LRC knowledge systems including organizing and maintaining file trees and access restrictions.
• They will design and maintain trackers for litigation, subpoenas, and Congressional letters/inquiries and related matters, and support and track document productions, subpoena responses and similar.
• The Senior Paralegal & Operations Analyst will determine prioritization of legal/compliance matters based on risk exposure and route service of process, such as subpoenas and document requests.
• They will define and execute contract intake criteria and escalation standards for contract reviews, evaluating efficiency and risk tradeoffs with requirements including insurance and other standard terms.
• The individual will develop recommendations and advance contract policies and processes to handle high-volume contract needs more efficiently.
• They will evaluate vendor cost effectiveness.
• The Senior Paralegal & Operations Analyst will work closely with the LRC team to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• They will maintain accurate and up-to-date records and reports, and provide regular updates to the Senior Director, Legal.
• The individual will be responsible for identifying and implementing process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• They will work collaboratively with other departments to ensure seamless communication and coordination.
• The Senior Paralegal & Operations Analyst will be responsible for maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with discretion.
• They will be expected to stay up-to-date with changes in laws and regulations affecting nonprofits.
• The individual will be responsible for providing training and support to other team members as needed.
• They will be expected to work independently and as part of a team to achieve departmental objectives.
• The Senior Paralegal & Operations Analyst will be responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date knowledge of laws and regulations affecting nonprofits.
• They will be expected to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
• The individual will be responsible for identifying and implementing opportunities for process improvements.
• They will be expected to work collaboratively with other departments to achieve departmental objectives.
• The Senior Paralegal & Operations Analyst will be responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date records and reports.
• They will be expected to provide regular updates to the Senior Director, Legal.
• The individual will be responsible for identifying and implementing opportunities for cost savings.
• They will be expected to work collaboratively with other departments to achieve departmental objectives.

🎯 Requirements

• At least 5 years of paralegal or legal compliance experience or similar and relevant bachelor’s, preferably in a nonprofit or corporate law environment; or 7 years of relevant experience; paralegal certificate a plus
• Basic knowledge of 501(c)(3) legal and regulatory laws and regulations
• Demonstrated experience supporting data and record management in legal settings
• Appreciation for and experience handling confidential, sensitive and attorney-client privileged communications

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance

Skills & Technologies

Senior

Remote

Degree Required

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About Tides

Tides is a nonprofit organization that operates as a philanthropic partner and accelerator for social change. Through its two main arms—Tides Foundation, which makes grants to progressive causes, and Tides Center, which provides fiscal sponsorship, incubation, and back‑office support—Tides helps donors, activists, and emerging nonprofits advance justice, equity, and sustainability. The organization offers donor‑advised funds, charitable giving platforms, consulting, and shared services, enabling partners to focus on mission rather than administration. Working across issues such as climate, racial equity, health, and human rights, Tides leverages a network of philanthropists and innovators to drive systemic impact in the social‑sector landscape.

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