Associate Vendor Manager, Platform Operations

LegalZoom.com, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online legal services provider is seeking an Associate Vendor Manager to oversee relationships with third-party vendors. The role involves monitoring performance, managing agreements, and ensuring effective communication across operations. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. The salary range is $70,900 - $91,900, including benefits like 401k matching and disability insurance.

Benefits

401k with matching contributions

Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance

Fringe lifestyle benefits up to $250

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in vendor management or operations.
• Proven ability to manage external partners remotely.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between LegalZoom and its vendors.
• Monitor vendor performance against SLAs and KPIs.
• Initiate and manage vendor agreements and onboarding.

Skills

Vendor management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Organization

Education

BA/BS degree or equivalent professional experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets)

Job description

LegalZoom has been providing accessible and affordable online legal services for over 20 years. Since 2001, we’ve helped millions of customers launch, run, and grow their businesses, secure their intellectual property, and protect their loved ones with estate planning documents.

As the industry leader in business formations, innovation remains at the center of all we do. LegalZoom employees are creative thinkers and problem-solvers who thrive on collaboration and embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. Together, we’re working to make a positive impact on the world.

Where we work

Our Austin, Beaverton, Frisco, LA Metro, and SF Bay Area offices allow our Zoomers to collaborate with teammates and offer special onsite events, lunches, and more.

This position will be located in our West Hollywood, CA office.

Overview

LegalZoom wants employees who are passionate about delivering world-class experiences & products to our customers! As an Associate Vendor Manager at LegalZoom, you will be responsible for building and maintaining effective relationships with our nationwide vendor network that supports Registered Agent and Virtual Mail line of businesses. You will focus on initiating vendor agreements, driving accountability, and ensuring consistent communication and performance across our third-party vendor managed sites.

You Will

Serve as the primary liaison between LegalZoom and its 100+ third-party Platform operations vendors, ensuring clear, timely, and effective communication.

Monitor vendor performance against established SLAs and KPIs. Escalate and resolve issues promptly, working collaboratively with vendors to drive improvements and maintain customer satisfaction.

Initiate and manage vendor agreements, onboarding, and documentation. Support site transitions including vendor selection, setup, and coordination.

Partner with internal and external teams in cross-functional meetings and strategic initiatives, from planning through implementation and ongoing refinement.

Support the creation, management, and delivery of new and existing training materials for vendors. Maintain a knowledge base of relevant policies, procedures, and operational standards.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of vendor contacts, contracts, compliance documentation, and performance logs.

Assist in supporting daily operations across all vendor-managed sites, identifying and removing bottlenecks to ensure smooth performance. Collect vendor feedback to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Conduct ongoing check-ins—both virtual and in person—to align on expectations, review performance, and reinforce LegalZoom's commitment to service excellence.

Perform other responsibilities as assigned to support the success of Platform Operations and LegalZoom’s overall objectives.

You Have

2+ years of experience in vendor management, supply chain coordination, or operations, with a demonstrated track record of increasing responsibility.

BA/BS degree or equivalent professional experience.

Proven ability to manage external partners remotely and drive performance accountability.

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on relationship-building and clear documentation.

Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and organizational skills; capable of managing multiple priorities effectively.

High attention to detail and strong process orientation.

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets), and comfortable handling general contract documentation.

Able to work independently in a remote environment.

Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time.

LegalZoom is a remote-first company and the national range for this role is ($70 ,900 - $91,900 ) . Actual compensation offered will depend on several factors including but not limited to: geographic location, work experience, education, skill level, and/or other business and organizational needs. In addition, an annual bonus, incentive bonus and/or restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package. You will also receive a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits as seen below.

● 401k, With Matching Contributions

● Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance

● Plus other wellness benefits to include:

○ Fringe lifestyle benefits up to $250

Join us in making a difference as we build our future and help ensure access to professional legal advice to all! LegalZoom is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to diversity, equality, and inclusion, and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. LegalZoom prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.