Manager, Contracts & Data Paralegal

Overview

A partner organization is seeking a Manager, Contracts & Data Paralegal based in the United States. This role combines legal operations, contract management, and data-driven process improvement to ensure efficient contract review, structuring, and execution while enhancing systems that support legal workflows across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and edit various contracts including vendor, partnership, and independent contractor agreements, ensuring compliance with internal policies and standards.
• Manage and maintain the contract lifecycle management system, including workflows, tracking, and ongoing platform optimization.
• Oversee contract templates, playbooks, FAQs, and guidance materials to standardize contract practices and improve internal usability.
• Deliver training and resources to strengthen organization-wide understanding of legal and contracting processes.
• Produce recurring reports and analyze contract data to identify trends, inform decision-making, and improve legal operations.
• Support matter management workflows by ensuring accurate routing, tracking, documentation, and reporting across legal requests.
• Lead or contribute to cross-functional initiatives that enhance legal operations, contract efficiency, and user experience.

Requirements

• Experience reviewing, drafting, and analyzing contracts and legal documents with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Background in contract lifecycle management, legal operations, or paralegal work in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with contract or matter management systems (e.g., Ironclad or similar platforms).
• Ability to analyze data, generate reports, and identify trends to support process improvement and decision-making.
• Strong communication skills to translate legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-legal stakeholders.
• Experience creating templates, training materials, documentation, or operational resources.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; paralegal certification or equivalent credential is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary within a tiered compensation structure aligned to experience and location.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off and holidays to support work-life balance.
• Retirement savings options with employer contribution opportunities.
• Flexible, remote-friendly work environment.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Exposure to modern legal operations tools and process innovation.

Location

• United States-based role.