Contracts Manager

Role Overview

• Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including confidentiality, vendor services, clinical trial, lease, and event agreements with limited supervision
• Ensure all agreements are executed in a timely manner, in compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements, company policies and business objectives
• Serve as primary point of contact for contract-related inquiries from internal stakeholders, including Legal, Finance, and Business Development
• Develop and update contract templates, playbooks, policies, and procedures to improve efficiency and reduce risk
• Evaluate and mitigate legal and business risks in contract terms and conditions in partnership with contracting leadership
• Maintain a centralized contract repository; ensuring all contracts are properly filed, tracked, and accessible
• Train and educate internal stakeholders on contract-related processes and best practices
• Perform other legal tasks and special projects assigned by legal leadership

Requirements

• JD preferred or paralegal/contracts specialist with demonstrated history of excellence and 7+ years of experience
• Proven experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts
• Comprehensive understanding of contract law and legal terminology
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to effectively define business issues and recommendations
• High attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company Paid Holidays
• 100% Employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance plan options
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Bi-weekly HSA employer contribution
• Company paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan, with Company Match