Attorney in Boston, MA

In-House

Boston, MA

Attorney in Boston, MA

Non-practicing Attorney

Min 5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Manager, Contracts (Legal)

Job Responsibilities:
- Act as the single point of entry for contracting requests within the organization, assessing incoming requests and determining the complexity of contracting needs based on gathered information from requestors.
- Collaborate closely with contract requestors to gather requirements, select appropriate contract type and template, and initiate the contracting process.
- Manage the full contract lifecycle from initiation to expiration and archiving, liaising with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely renewals, amendments, and terminations.
- Provide direct support to requestors on contracting needs for simple contracts, draft and review the contract, and engage independently in simple contract negotiations with external parties.
- Route more complex contracts or legal questions to appropriate legal stakeholders, support coordination with requestors and other relevant stakeholders, and prepare supporting documentation.
- Ensure all contracts, regardless of complexity, align with organizational policies and legal standards throughout the contracting process.
- Identify risks, ambiguities, and negotiation opportunities in contract language and escalate to appropriate legal and compliance stakeholders as needed.
- Advocate for organizational interests while maintaining positive partnerships.
- Coordinate internal reviews and approvals with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate contract storage and archiving in the system.
- Support contracting process improvements and operational initiatives as directed by the Contract Specialist Team Lead and management.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Education and Experience Information:
- Bachelor’s degree required in Business Administration, Life Sciences, Healthcare Management, Legal Studies, or paralegal certification.
- 5+ years of contract management experience working with contract drafting and negotiation.
- Understanding of standard contract clauses, legal terminology, and formats.
- Thorough and detail-oriented for drafting and reviewing contracts.
- Ability to handle, prioritize, and follow through a high volume of work and set appropriate priorities with internal stakeholders.
- Strong negotiation, active listening, and inquiry skills.
- Proven ability to actively engage and guide cross-functional stakeholders.
- Adaptation and analytical skills.
- Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills.

Salary Information: Not provided in the text.

Company Commitment:
Company is committed to modeling diversity, equity, and inclusion within the industry. The organization is dedicated to fostering an environment that maintains equitable treatment for all and welcomes applicants who are passionate, committed, and innovative individuals. Candidates are encouraged to apply to open roles as the company is willing to consider experiences and skills beyond what is listed in the job description. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Travel and Location:
- Less than 5% travel is required.
- Boston-based role; Hybrid working model with 2-3 days required in the office, with increased on-site presence expected during the initial onboarding period.