Legal Operations Manager, Marketing, Brand & IP

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and trucks and will do so once again. But Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work. The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn’t been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. Respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute. And respect for our customers by developing two powertrains that meet their requirements — an all-electric powertrain as well as the Harvester™ range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range. At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion. Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!The Legal Operations Manager, Marketing, Brand & IP will support the Associate General Counsel – Marketing & Brand by managing the operational infrastructure that enables efficient legal support for Scout Motors’ marketing, brand, and intellectual property programs.   This role is embedded within the Marketing & Brand Legal function and focuses on the systems, processes, and documentation that support marketing legal review, trademark portfolio coordination, brand protection efforts, and advertising claims substantiation.  Working in close collaboration with Scout Motors’ central Legal Operations team, this position will design and maintain workflows, knowledge resources, and reporting tools that allow the legal team to scale its support for high-volume marketing and brand initiatives.  What you’ll do Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following: Manage and optimize the Marketing Legal Review intake and workflow system, ensuring requests are tracked, prioritized, and routed efficiently to attorneys  Coordinate operational aspects of Scout Motors’ trademark portfolio, including tracking filings, renewals, and communications with outside counsel  Support brand protection and enforcement operations by monitoring watch-service alerts, conducting preliminary research, and tracking cease-and-desist and takedown activities  Build and maintain a centralized Advertising Claims Substantiation Library, documenting evidence supporting marketing claims and maintaining libraries of approved disclosures and disclaimers  Maintain Legal Guardrail playbooks and self-service resources that help marketing teams understand trademark usage, advertising compliance, and brand guidelines  Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency through automation and AI-enabled tools that support marketing legal review and trademark monitoring workflows  Develop dashboards and reporting tools to track legal request volume, enforcement activity, portfolio status, and operational metrics  Partner closely with marketing, product planning, engineering, and legal teams to maintain organized and scalable processes supporting brand and marketing initiatives  Location & Travel Expectations: This role may be based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte, NC.  This role requires 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events.  Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time. What you’ll bring  We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring:  Bachelor’s degree required; CLOC (Corporate Legal Operations Consortium) or ACC (Association of Corporate Counsel) certifications preferred  8-12 years of experience in legal operations, intellectual property support, brand protection, legal program management, or paralegal work  Experience supporting trademark portfolios, advertising claims programs, or marketing legal teams strongly preferred  Experience working in a fast-paced in-house legal department or high-growth company environment  Familiarity with IP management systems (e.g., Maxval, Anaqua) and workflow tools (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow)  Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously  Ability to conduct research and prepare clear summaries to support attorney decision-making  Experience managing documentation systems, knowledge libraries, or operational workflows  Excellent written and verbal communication skills  Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment  What you'll gain The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up.  This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation.  In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit