Contracts Manager

Overview

A partner organization is seeking a Contracts Manager based in the United States to lead the negotiation, drafting, and management of a wide range of business agreements. This role supports strategic growth and operational excellence by acting as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders and collaborating across departments to ensure contracts are structured efficiently, risks are managed, and business objectives are met. The position involves working on complex commercial transactions within a dynamic, technology-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage various commercial agreements, including SaaS subscriptions, statements of work, data privacy agreements, software licensing arrangements, consulting services contracts, and vendor agreements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact throughout the contracting lifecycle, coordinating negotiations and facilitating communication between internal stakeholders, customers, vendors, and external advisors as needed.
• Provide guidance on contract interpretation, compliance requirements, risk management, and contractual obligations.
• Collaborate closely with business teams to understand operational goals and support commercial initiatives with practical legal solutions.
• Maintain accurate contract records, documentation, and reporting to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of contracting processes, templates, and best practices to enhance scalability and consistency.
• Support onboarding and training efforts for team members and participate in special legal, compliance, and business projects as required.
• Manage multiple priorities and contract negotiations simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of deliverables.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Paralegal Studies, Communications, or a related discipline.
• 8–12 years of experience in contract management, commercial negotiations, legal operations, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating and managing SaaS agreements and other complex commercial transactions.
• Experience in technology, software, life sciences, pharmaceutical, contract research, or similarly regulated industries is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of contract drafting, legal terminology, risk assessment, and commercial negotiation strategies.
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations, information security requirements, HIPAA, or related compliance frameworks is advantageous.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree is a plus but not required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to produce precise, high-quality documentation.
• Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally, manage competing priorities, and work independently with sound judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and contract management or CRM platforms, including Salesforce.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary ranging from $90,367 to $128,020, depending on experience, skills, and location.
• Eligibility for performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage and benefits package.
• Fully remote work opportunity within the United States.
• Paid holidays and generous time-off offerings.
• Exposure to meaningful work supporting innovation and advancement in healthcare and clinical research.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced legal, operational, and commercial professionals.

Location

• United States (fully remote)

Note: This position is managed by a partner organization that handles all applications and next steps.