Business Operations Specialist
Listed on 2026-01-16
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IT/Tech
Business Systems/ Tech Analyst, Business Continuity
The Business Operations Specialist plays a critical role in Gartner’s Legal & Compliance (L&C) Transformation and Operations team and is responsible for driving strategic process improvements and operational excellence across key legal operations functions. This role bridges tactical execution with strategic oversight, enabling cross-functional alignment and supporting Gartner’s commitment to ethical business practices.
Key Responsibilities- Oversee daily operations across billing and invoicing, eDiscovery, request triage and broader legal support and ensure efficient workflows and timely resolution of inquiries
- Manage legal billing operations, including invoices and vendor onboarding;
Act as a liaison between L&C and cross-functional partners, such as Procurement, Finance, and IT - Build and maintain strong relationships with Outside Counsel partners and other legal vendors;
Ensure alignment with preferred vendor guidelines to optimize external spending - Execute eDiscovery requests and ensure accurate documentation, confidentiality, and compliance with internal protocols and regulatory requirements
- Triage and prioritize incoming requests using multiple dashboards and intake queues;
Ensure timely resolution and high-quality service to key stakeholders - Proactively identify and mitigate operational risks by anticipating challenges, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and implementing preventative solutions that support business continuity
- Develop and analyze operational reports to inform decision-making, drive continuous improvement, and help to simplify existing complexities
- Create and maintain clear, user-friendly documentation to educate all stakeholders on compliance requirements, operational workflows, and legal technology tools
- Support onboarding and mentorship of new L&C team members;
Share knowledge and best practices to strengthen team capability and foster a culture of continuous learning - Exhibit an innovative and growth mindset when executing responsibilities;
Bring new ideas to Operations leadership on a consistent basis
- 3-5 years of experience in legal operations, compliance, or related roles
- Proficiency with legal billing systems, eDiscovery tools, and spend management platforms strongly preferred
- Strong communicator with the ability to present complex information clearly in written and verbal form
- Proven ability to identify, implement, and clearly document processes and related improvements
- Results-oriented, with a proactive and solutions-focused mindset
- Agile and adaptable in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Ethical and objective in handling sensitive and confidential information
- Collaborative and innovative, with a passion for continuous improvement
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and with external vendors and suppliers in a global environment
- Skilled in prioritization, problem-solving, and critical listening
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
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