Contracts Specialist

Position Summary:

The Contracts Specialist is responsible for managing the company's contract management system and supporting all aspects of the contracting process. This position reviews, redlines, and negotiates third-party contracts; drafts and maintains the company's contract templates; and provides general legal and administrative support to management. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to balance legal risk with business objectives in a fast-paced environment. The Contracts Specialist reports to General Counsel.

Responsibilitie
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• Administer and maintain the company's contract management system, ensuring contracts are properly tracked, organized, and archived
• Review, redline, and negotiate a wide variety of third-party agreements, including vendor contracts, client contracts, federal contracts, subcontracts, and nondisclosure agreements
• Familiarity with federal procurement regulations (FAR/(DFAR), and other industry-specific regulations
• Draft, update, and improve company contract templates and related documentation to ensure consistency, compliance, and efficiency
• Participate in Go/No-Go meetings and provide contractual and risk-related input on RFQs and RFPs to support business development and proposal efforts
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., Business Development, Finance, HR, and Service Lines) to support business initiatives and manage contract lifecycle needs
• Identify and communicate contractual risks and recommend practical solutions to management
• Provide guidance for the development of company policies and compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Support process improvements and training related to contracting best practices
• Perform other legal and administrative tasks as assigned by management or General Counsel

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Qualification

• Bachelor's degree required; paralegal certificate or J.D. preferred but not required. Professional experience may substitute for education
• 5+ years of experience in contract review, negotiation, and administration, preferably in a corporate, government, or in-house legal environment
• Proficiency in using and managing contract management systems (CMS/CLM platforms
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SharePoint
• Strong understanding of contract law, risk allocation, and negotiation principle
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative, solution-oriented mindset
• Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment and discretion

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience working in a professional services organization
• Familiarity with data privacy, cybersecurity, and SaaS-related contract terms
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, evolving environment with competing deadlines.

Status:
Full-time

BENEFITS:

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses
• Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
• 100% Employer paid medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits (for individual)
• Health Savings