Legal Operations Manager

Santa Monica, California, United States

GumGum is The Mindset Company™ transforming advertising. We’re an advertising technology company delivering results by matching brands with people in the right mindset in the moments that matter. Our platform is powered by the Mindset Graph™, our AI-driven data engine that processes billions of real-time contextual, creative, environmental, and historical signals to match every ad with the most receptive audience. The result is advertising that drives meaningful outcomes for advertisers and publishers, and is more relevant for consumers.

We were founded in 2008 and are headquartered in Santa Monica, California, operating in over 19 markets across North America, Europe, Japan, and Australia.

Our principles guide our work every day and are as follows:

  • Customer-Obsessed: We’re focused on advertising solutions that solve needs and drive success for clients and partners.
  • Make it Happen: We have a bias for action and take ownership to deliver results.
  • Always Innovate: We push boundaries with creativity and technology.
  • Foster Belonging: We ensure colleagues feel included, supported, and empowered to thrive.

To be a part of The Mindset Company™ transforming advertising, please visit www.gumgum.com/careers.

The Legal Operations Manager supports GumGum’s entire legal operations function. Reporting to the Associate General Counsel, the Legal Operations Manager will assist the Legal Team in all aspects of negotiation and management of contracts including inventory/media terms (for all digital media buying) with publishers & network partners. As a liaison with internal stakeholders, the Legal Operations Manager plays a critical role in balancing the workload of the Legal Team, helping internal stakeholders realize business objectives by understanding and adhering to processes, assisting GumGum in its compliance and risk management, and improving the overall efficiency of GumGum’s contracting process.

The Legal Operations Manager must have experience working with purchasing documents (order forms and insertion orders) and the terms and conditions that govern them, with an ability to push towards closure. They should have a solid understanding of the basic mechanics of contract formulation, contractual requirements, standard terms and provisions, including the advertising ecosystem, and a desire to learn more as the industry evolves. The ideal candidate will have some prior negotiation experience at a brand, ad exchange, or agency, as well as exposure to digital media buying.

Note: GumGum fosters a flexible work environment, offering GumGummers the ability to work either in-office or remotely/from home. However, for occasional in-person collaboration, we kindly ask that this position be located within a 'commutable' distance to our office.

What You'll Achieve

  • Own the end-to-end lifecycle of critical contracts (including MSAs, I/Os, SaaS agreements, and NDAs) with key partners, agencies, publishers, and vendors.
  • Act as the primary administrator for legal tools, leading the evolution of our current contract request platform and spearheading the selection and adoption of a new CLM solution.
  • Drive seamless collaboration at the intersection of Legal and internal teams (IT, HR, Finance) while continuously identifying and implementing process improvements.
  • Develop and deliver ongoing training to internal teams on legal review processes, contracting requirements, policy compliance, and CLM tool adoption.
  • Oversee and update the company’s legal resource knowledge base, template repository, clause library, and approval matrices to streamline future negotiations.
  • Manage the compliance and administration of corporate entities across multiple jurisdictions, tracking vital registrations, annual reports, and regulatory requirements.
  • Act as a trusted resource for internal stakeholders and directly manage responses to legal or compliance inquiries and questionnaires from clients and partners.
  • Partner closely with internal counsel to support complex contract negotiations and regulatory compliance, stepping in to tackle ad hoc legal projects as the team grows.

Skills You'll Bring

  • 5+ years of experience within an in-house legal team at an AdTech, advertising agency, or digital media company, with a deep understanding of programmatic advertising and agency operations.
  • Proven track record in contract management, drafting, and negotiating complex T&Cs, MSAs, and I/Os with clients, media partners, and advertising vendors.
  • Extensive experience partnering with cross-functional teams to develop, streamline, and improve legal-operational workflows.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with a proven ability to prioritize multiple negotiations, meet tight deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a unique ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable advice for stakeholders at all levels.
  • Highly proficient in MS Word (specifically Track Changes), Google Suite, and modern Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) or legal ops software.
  • A self-motivated professional who works well independently, learns new substantive legal matters quickly, and is comfortable wearing "many hats" to support shifting priorities.
  • A proactive professional with a solid foundational understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI), including its operational benefits and potential legal risks.

What We Offer

At GumGum, competitive base pay is a part of a total rewards package which also includes benefits, an emphasis on recognition, development, and wellness. The reasonable estimated base pay range for this role is from $96,000 - $133,500 annually.  The actual amount may be higher or lower. Individual compensation will vary based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant qualifications, work location, and labor market conditions.

The total rewards package offered also includes an employer-matched 401(k) retirement plan, and depending on the role, participation in a bonus, commission, or stock incentive program. Your recruiter can share more specifics during the hiring process. Learn more about our U.S. benefits & perks package at gumgum.com/benefits.

Awards

  • 2025 & 2026 Digiday Media Awards Europe Best Contextual Targeting Offering
  • 2025 AdExchanger Awards AI Innovators, Technology & Service Provider, Finalist
  • 2025 MARKETECH APAC Marketing Technology Awards Silver Winner for Best Contextual Advertising Tech Platform

We're always learning and evolving as a company, and we continue to take thoughtful steps to support our people and strengthen our culture.

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