Contract Specialist

Overview

This role involves managing customer and vendor agreements, ensuring compliance with legal standards and company policies, assisting in drafting and reviewing contracts, and providing administrative support to the legal department.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts including NDAs, Master Services Agreements, and Statements of Work.
• Coordinate and manage the vendor management process, including risk identification in agreements and RFPs, and maintain the vendor management system.
• Maintain and update the contract management system to ensure proper storage, tracking, and accessibility of contract metadata.
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards to support contract negotiations and compliance.
• Provide administrative support to the legal team, including scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and maintaining legal files and records.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal departments and external parties regarding contract-related inquiries and issues.
• Assist in training staff on contract policies and procedures and provide guidance on contract-related matters.
• Perform all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of contract law, legal terminology, and principles.
• Proven negotiation skills to secure favorable contract terms.
• High attention to detail in reviewing and drafting contracts.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple contracts and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for interaction with internal teams, vendors, and clients.
• Analytical skills to identify potential risks in contract terms and provide recommendations.
• Proactive problem-solving abilities for contract-related issues.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and contract management software such as DocuSign, Ironclad, Torii, Salesforce, etc.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive health benefits package.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Healthcare and dependent-care flexible spending accounts.
• Company-provided short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Location

(Not specified)