Corporate/Contracts Paralegal

Overview

A national healthcare consulting firm with over 50 years of experience is seeking a Contracts and Compliance Paralegal to support its Contracts and Compliance Counsel in managing the full lifecycle of client and vendor agreements. This role involves contract intake, drafting, reviewing, compliance auditing, and administration of the contract lifecycle management (CLM) tool. The position requires collaboration with project officers to ensure subcontractor and vendor agreements align with business objectives and comply with industry regulations such as HIPAA.

Responsibilities

Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) Administration

• Serve as the subject matter expert and administrator for the CLM platform, overseeing contract intake and ensuring accurate metadata entry for tracking renewals, terminations, and key contract data
• Develop training materials and customized reports to maximize the CLM tool's utility
• Manage user access, roles, permissions, automate workflows and metadata fields
• Ensure data accuracy and produce periodic reports for leadership
• Coordinate the selection and implementation of an AI tool for metadata capture, including issuing RFIs, reviewing vendor responses, selecting a vendor, and leading implementation and administration

Drafting and Reviewing Contracts

• Assist in drafting and reviewing various agreements including master service agreements, client agreements, subscription agreements, subcontractor agreements, statements of work, non-disclosure agreements, vendor contracts, data privacy agreements, and business-associate agreements
• Support consulting teams in tailoring contract language to project scopes, pricing models, and deliverables

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure contract provisions comply with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards (e.g., HIPAA, CCPA)
• Track and support compliance with contractual obligations, data privacy, security requirements, and internal audits
• Assist with compliance training, policy and procedure development, and maintenance
• Conduct compliance tracking, monitoring, and auditing activities

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with consulting teams and corporate operations to align contract language with business requirements
• Serve as liaison between legal counsel and business units, addressing questions and guiding stakeholders through contract processes

Training and Continuous Improvement

• Maintain contract template library, checklists, and guidance documents
• Train consultants and project managers on contract policies, approval workflows, and use of the contract-management system
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve system adoption, and enhance reporting capabilities

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with ABA-approved paralegal certification or equivalent of 7+ years of experience
• Contract-management certification strongly preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience in contract management or paralegal roles, preferably in consulting, healthcare, or professional services
• Experience administering CLM platforms (e.g., Cobblestone, Conga, Agiloft, IronClad) and drafting/negotiating service or consulting agreements

Skills

• Proficiency with contract-management software, electronic signature tools (e.g., DocuSign), Microsoft Office suite, and collaboration platforms (e.g., SharePoint, Teams)
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations and HIPAA requirements
• HCCA CHC certification is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment

Location

• Preferred locations: San Diego, Chicago, Atlanta, or Washington, DC
• Hybrid work schedule requiring 4-6 days per month in the office

Schedule

• Full-time, nonexempt

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base salary range: $52.88 – $55.29 hourly (good faith estimate; actual salary may vary based on experience and other factors)
• Eligibility for medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) matching program
• Paid time off and wellness programs

Equal Opportunity

The employer provides equal employment opportunities without regard to legally protected characteristics. Candidates must have the permanent legal right to work in the United States. Sponsorship or visa assistance is not available.