Contracts Specialist

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Requirements:

• B.A. / B.S. degree.
• 5+ years of experience in contract administration, ideally in life sciences or biotechnology.
• Familiarity with contract management systems.
• Strong understanding of key contract concepts and negotiation of contractual elements.
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and address business needs.
• Critical thinking skills to devise creative solutions.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and remain agile in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and efficiency.
• Desire to learn and grow within the role.

Responsibilities:

• Support the end-to-end contract process for initiation and renewal, including communication with stakeholders, drafting agreements, and maintaining records.
• Contribute to the development, updating, and maintenance of contract templates and procedures.
• Manage outside counsel invoices and liaise with the Legal Department for review.
• Oversee and assist in the review and negotiation of various agreements.
• Act as a subject matter expert on contracting, finance requirements, and contract lifecycle management.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and liaise with the Finance department.
• Participate in key functional team meetings to align contractual workstreams with business priorities.