Contracts Specialist

Overview

A global legal team is seeking a Contracts Specialist to act as the primary liaison between the legal department and internal/external stakeholders for all contract management activities. This role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various contracts and will report to the Associate General Counsel. The position is remote.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts including client and vendor agreements, non-disclosure agreements, contract amendments and renewals, Statements of Work, data processing agreements, and SaaS agreements for global stakeholders.
• Manage the Contracts Queue and coordinate all aspects of contract management.
• Serve as the main contact for contract-related inquiries, revisions, status updates, and document requests.
• Monitor and respond to contracts-related questions received via the Contracts inbox.
• Maintain the Contract Template library and oversee knowledge management functions.
• Ensure compliance with contract approval policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and Sales teams on contract matters as needed.
• Participate in special projects on an as-needed basis.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with at least 3 years of experience working with contracts.
• Law degree is a strong plus but not required.
• Experience in contract management, preferably in-house.
• Proven ability to review, edit, interpret, and negotiate legal agreements.
• Experience with corporate master services agreements.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks, and track projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with internal and external contacts at all levels across multiple offices.
• Ability to understand complex compliance requirements and ensure contractual consistency.
• Ability to work independently and seek support when necessary.
• Adaptability to shifting priorities and initiative-taking while meeting deadlines.
• Strong client service orientation and flexibility.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Professionalism, discretion, and integrity in handling confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Apttus/Conga (Salesforce) contract management systems.
• Knowledge of GDPR and other data protection laws, including experience negotiating data processing agreements.
• Awareness of legal developments in artificial intelligence and their incorporation into contracts.

Compensation & Benefits

• 15 paid time off (PTO) days, 10 legal holidays, and sick days.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) plan with up to 10% employer match.
• Life insurance, paid time off, and parental leave plans.
• Employee fitness benefit.
• Access to professional development through an online learning platform.
• Social events including Friday happy hours and "Summer Fridays".
• Casual work environment with team-building activities.

Location

Remote position.