Advanced Specialist, Legal Counsel/Contract Management

Overview

An organization specializing in professional assessments is seeking an Advanced Specialist, Legal Counsel/Contract Management to join its legal team. This role supports the Certiport and e-commerce businesses by leading complex contract negotiations and ensuring compliance across global technology and assessment operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead drafting, review, and negotiation of a wide range of agreements, including customer contracts, vendor agreements, and software/technology agreements
• Ensure contracts comply with legal and regulatory requirements while proactively identifying and mitigating risks
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather inputs and support preparation of legal documentation
• Monitor business practices to ensure ongoing compliance with contractual and legal obligations
• Apply current legal developments to evolving business needs and contract structures
• Serve as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders and senior legal leadership
• Manage relationships with external counsel, clients, vendors, and third parties
• Communicate clearly and effectively during negotiations and legal discussions
• Support legal research initiatives and contribute to projects in emerging areas of law
• Maintain, organize, and improve legal templates, agreements, and documentation processes

Requirements

• Strong experience in contract drafting, negotiation, and legal risk analysis within a commercial environment
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders across functions
• Experience with technology-related agreements, including software or licensing contracts
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills across legal, business, and operational teams
• Solid understanding of legal compliance and corporate legal policies
• Experience supporting vendor, client, and third-party contractual relationships
• Familiarity with government contracting processes is advantageous

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) preferred, or equivalent experience in contract management or legal support
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, including legal document formatting
• Experience reviewing contracts, statements of work (SOWs), amendments, and legal correspondence

Location

This is a full-time remote position ideally based in the US or UK.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $95,000 – $110,000 (minimum full-time salary range as required by laws in California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York State, New York City, Vermont, Washington State, and Washington DC)
• Eligibility to participate in an annual incentive program
• Additional benefits offered (details not specified)

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted through June 5th, 2026. This deadline may be extended depending on business needs.