Advogado - Controladoria Jurídica in Brazil at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Attorney – Legal Operations and Control (Advogado – Controladoria Jurídica) based in Brazil.

We are seeking a detail-oriented legal professional to strengthen the governance, accuracy, and standardization of legal information and processes. In this role, you will oversee the quality of data recorded in legal management systems, monitor procedural deadlines, and ensure compliance with established operational workflows. You will collaborate with legal teams and management to identify inconsistencies, improve internal controls, and maintain reliable documentation. Your work will contribute to more efficient legal operations, stronger information integrity, and better-informed strategic decisions. This remote opportunity is ideal for a lawyer with an analytical mindset, a commitment to technical quality, and an interest in continuous improvement. You will also have opportunities to support internal audits, refine legal protocols, and contribute to the ongoing development of legal operations practices.

• Legal Data Governance: Monitor and review data entry in legal management systems, ensuring information accuracy, integrity, consistency, and standardization.

• Procedural Deadline Management: Track procedural deadlines and guide teams in identifying and correcting discrepancies or inconsistencies in legal records.

• Operational Workflow Monitoring: Oversee compliance with internal Legal Operations and Control workflows, identifying opportunities for process improvements and recommending standardization measures.

• Technical Support: Provide guidance to other legal teams on procedural structures, deadlines, documentation requirements, and case management controls.

• Policies and Documentation: Support management in developing, reviewing, and maintaining legal manuals, protocols, procedures, and operational guidelines.

• Internal Audits and Quality Assurance: Assist with periodic internal audits to verify the quality, completeness, and accuracy of information recorded in legal systems.

• Performance Monitoring: Support the preparation and review of legal performance indicators and reports to help assess operational efficiency and identify improvement opportunities.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify inconsistencies, evaluate existing procedures, and recommend practical improvements to strengthen governance, compliance, and information management.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with legal colleagues and management to promote consistent practices, effective communication, and high-quality operational delivery.

• Education and Professional Registration: Bachelor's degree in Law and active registration with the Brazilian Bar Association (OAB).

• Relevant Experience: Previous experience or basic knowledge of legal operations and control, legal case management, procedural workflows, and information governance is desirable.

• Legal Procedures and Workflows: Familiarity with legal department procedures, internal controls, and operational standards.

• Reporting and Performance Indicators: Basic understanding of performance metrics and legal reporting.

• Excel Skills: Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel for data organization, review, and reporting.

• Organizational Skills: Strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain accurate records and manage deadlines reliably.

• Analytical Thinking: Critical thinking and a structured approach to identifying inconsistencies, investigating issues, and proposing process improvements.

• Communication and Teamwork: Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with legal professionals and management.

• Accountability and Quality: Commitment to deadlines, accuracy, professional standards, and the quality of deliverables.

• Adaptability and Learning: Willingness to learn new tools and procedures, adapt to changing priorities, and contribute to an environment focused on continuous improvement.

Nice to have:

• Experience with information governance, compliance, or quality assurance.

• Participation in projects focused on optimizing legal processes and workflows.

• Familiarity with legal management systems, particularly CPJ, and other case management tools.

• Strong learning agility, initiative, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Fixed Monthly Compensation: R$ 2,800.

• Meal and Food Allowance: R$ 35 per day through a meal or food allowance.

• OAB Annual Fee: Payment of the annual Brazilian Bar Association membership fee.

• Remote Work: 100% remote working arrangement, allowing you to work from home.

• Corporate Fitness Benefit: Access to TotalPass, with a network of more than 5,000 gyms and fitness facilities.

• Digital Legal Library: Access to the Revista dos Tribunais Proview digital library, featuring more than 1,700 titles.

• Work Equipment: A notebook provided by the employer.

• Professional Development: Access to internal development programs to support ongoing learning and career growth.