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At Deckers Brands, Together, Every Step is a promise kept that every employee can bring their authentic self, is valued and supported, as a whole person, at work and beyond. Together, Every Step is how we continue to deliver exceptional business results, experience an amazing place to work, and have a positive impact on the communities and world around us.Job Title:Legal Operations AssistantReports to:Director, Corporate GovernanceLocation:Goleta, CA - HybridThe RoleAs a Legal Operations Specialist, you'll play a key role in supporting the Legal team with operational, financial, and administrative tasks. You'll be the go-to person for legal billing, e-billing system administration, invoice processing, and budget/forecast support. You'll help keep the department organized, manage multiple priorities, and contribute to continuous improvement-all while working in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.We celebrate diversityWe celebrate diversity--of your background, your experiences and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all of our employees can Come as They Are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly Better Together.Your ImpactServe as the system owner/administrator for the Legal Department's e-billing and matter management platform, handling matter setup, vendor setup, timekeeper data, rates, coding, and user supportConduct pre-bill reviews for compliance with outside counsel billing guidelines and resolve adjustments or holds with firmsMaintain invoice/matter data integrity and ensure proper coding across brands, cost centers, GLs, and matter typesTrack and report invoice cycle times, budget impacts, and exceptions to support financial transparencyValidate, code, and submit invoices into the company's AP workflow, ensuring compliance with approval matrices and accounting policiesManage the end-to-end invoice queue, resolving AP rejects, vendor questions, and matter coding discrepanciesCollaborate with AP/Procurement on vendor onboarding and maintain audit-ready documentation for all billing mattersPrepare and submit monthly and quarterly legal accruals, support budget planning and reforecasting, and monitor spend against budgetProvide administrative support to attorneys and paralegals, including meeting coordination, travel, calendaring, document routing, and electronic filingAssist with departmental communications, document organization, matter updates, special projects, mail/shipping requests, and office supply managementCoordinate IT and Facility interface needs and ensure timely execution and effectiveness of projectsWho You AreBachelor's degree preferred2+ years of experience in legal operations, e-billing, finance/AP, or legal administrative supportHigh proficiency in Microsoft Applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Sharepoint, Teams, OneDrive, CoPilot)Experience with matter management or e-billing tools (e.g., SimpleLegal) preferredExperience collaborating with Finance/AP during close cycles strongly preferredAble to clearly present information and answer questions from management, clients, and employeesDeal with confidential information in a highly professional mannerUnderstanding of invoice coding, cost centers, GL structure, accruals, and forecastingStrong Excel proficiency (v lookup, pivot tables, filters)Excellent organization, communication, and follow-throughHigh degree of accuracy with numerical and financial dataAbility to handle confidential matters with discretionAbility to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize effectivelyOperates under general supervision using established practices and procedures; escalates unusual or novel issuesApplies established knowledge of practical methods and regulations, especially in billing, coding, and AP related processesManages multiple time-sensitive workstreams while ensuring accuracy and complianceExcellent verbal and written communication skillsHighly motivated, a team player and motivated self-starterExperience working effectively on a team, satisfying the needs of diverse constituents, and often working under the pressure of competing and sometimes conflicting prioritiesEffective empowering communicator, good problem solverAbility to multi-task in a fast-paced environmentDeadline-drivenExceptional attention to detailStrong organizational skillsWhat We'll Give YouCompetitive Pay and Bonuses - We've created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they're valued.Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees' needs to get out, get healthy and come back stronger than ever.Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extrasGrowth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That's why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.Health and Wellness - There's nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.$27 - $29/hourEqual Employment OpportunityDiversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for our brands. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all the other beautiful parts of your identity.#J-18808-Ljbffr