Contract Management Lead

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in India.

📋 Description

• Draft, review, negotiate, and oversee state agreements, which include MSAs, SOWs, amendments and change orders, NDAs, teaming agreements, software/SaaS and technology agreements, as well as vendor and subcontractor agreements and healthcare-related services agreements.

• Spearhead contract negotiations with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and business partners.

• Evaluate contractual risks and propose risk-mitigation strategies to management.

• Interpret contract clauses and provide guidance to internal legal and contracts teams regarding rights, obligations, and compliance requirements.

• Work collaboratively with U.S.-based contract managers, attorneys, and business leaders to address legal, commercial, operational, and compliance challenges.

• Assist in bid and procurement processes, which include proposal and contract evaluations for RFPs and government healthcare opportunities.

• Ensure that contracts adhere to corporate policies, relevant laws, healthcare regulations, privacy standards, and contracting norms.

• Keep precise contract records within contract lifecycle management systems.

• Monitor contractual obligations, deliverables, renewals, notifications, and expiration dates.

• Offer training and guidance on contract procedures and risk management.

• Foster relationships with business partners and act as a trusted advisor.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; an advanced degree such as JD or MBA is preferred.

• 12–15 years of experience in contracts management, legal operations, or related domains.

• In-depth knowledge of U.S. contract law, regulatory compliance, and principles of risk management.

• Capability to independently review, negotiate, and manage complex agreements.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.

• Proven experience in drafting, negotiating, and summarizing contracts and associated risks with minimal oversight.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Proficient in effectively communicating with U.S.-based executives and legal professionals.

• Ability to identify, interpret, and summarize contractual terms while elucidating legal and business implications.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and contract lifecycle management tools.

• Preferred: Background in U.S. healthcare, healthcare technology, managed care, health plans, or Medicaid-related contracts.

• Preferred: Familiarity with healthcare privacy, data security, compliance, and regulatory standards.

• Preferred: Experience with U.S. state government contracts, healthcare procurements, or large-scale outsourcing agreements.

• Preferred: Experience within a multinational or global organization supporting U.S.-based operations.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote work environment.

• Opportunity to shape enterprise contract governance, compliance frameworks, and operational efficiency.