Vice President, Risk & Legal Operations

Company Description

Vuori is re-defining what athletic apparel looks like: built to move and sweat in but designed with a casual aesthetic to transition into everyday life. We draw inspiration from an active coastal California lifestyle; an integration of fitness, creative expression and life. Our high energy fast paced retail environment is reflected in the clothes we make. We aim to inspire others to take on all aspects of their lives with clarity, enthusiasm and purpose…while having a lot of fun along the way. We are proud to be an outlet for opportunity and for personal growth and success.

Job Description

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Vice President of Legal & Security Operations and Insurance to lead and optimize the operational, financial, and administrative functions of the various team that report up to the Chief Legal Officer. This is a unique, high-impact role that integrates oversight of both legal, facilities & security operations and insurance management, while also serving as a key partner and chief of staff to the Chief Legal Officer. 

The ideal candidate will bring a strong blend of strategic insight, financial acumen, and operational excellence. This role is responsible for driving efficiency through budgeting, cost control, litigation management, project execution, and continuous process improvement. A critical focus will be on cross-functional collaboration with legal, finance, and other business teams to support the delivery of high-quality legal services at scale. 

Success in this role requires a proactive and analytical mindset, exceptional communication skills, and a proven ability to manage change and deliver value in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. 

What you’ll get to do:  

As a key direct report to the Chief Legal Officer, and in connection with and under the direction of the CLO’s leadership, this role will be responsible for and drive the execution of:   

Strategic Planning

• Drive the strategic direction of the teams and areas of responsibility under the CLO in alignment with the CEO’s vision of the business and implement operational changes to align with the Company’s business objectives and Vuori’s long-range plan. 

Cost & Budget Management

• Develop and manage matter-level budgeting, legal forecasts and law firm accruals, collaborate with the Company’s finance partners to ensure timely reporting, collaborate with accounting on booking loss or gain contingencies per ASC 450-20 and ASC 450-30 stemming from litigation and insurance matters. 

Insurance Management

• Work with the CLO to ensure Vuori’s insurance programs appropriately address the Company’s risks and to run the company’s yearly renewals as well as claims administration. 

Strategic Support on Litigation

• Support the various legal practice leaders on litigation and settlement strategies, litigation cost and damage analysis, including EMV type calculations, to help achieve optimal decisions. 

Data, Metrics and Technology

• Development of operational processes and data analytics and other metrics to improve performance and demonstrate value to the business. 
• Development, implementation and continued improvement of new (if applicable) or current systems related to e-billing, contract, document and claims management systems; ensure the team has implemented a comprehensive and right sized technology stack driving efficiency. 

Data Analytics & Reporting

• Establish metrics and reporting processes to track key performance indicators (KPIs), legal spend, and department performance, providing data-driven insights to leadership.
• The role will assist legal in its quarterly leadership reporting as well as quarterly board reporting.  

Outside Counsel & Vendor Management

• Oversee the process for selecting, managing, and evaluating outside vendors including outside counsel to ensure Vuori is developing great and long-standing relationships with its vendor partners, billing practices are transparent and timely, where Vuori receives high value and service at appropriate rates. 

Continuous Process Improvement

• Map and improve existing operational processes, identify opportunities for streamlining and automation, and implement new policies and procedures. 

Knowledge Management

• Develop systems for managing the creation, storage, and sharing of legal information, such as research, transactional documents, and historical data. 

Business Mentorship

• Support the development of team members in business-oriented risk mitigation strategies and internal-client relationship building and communications. 

Qualifications