Contracts Manager

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

📋 Description

• Analyze customer redlines against EDCi standard customer contracts, which include standard business contracts, HIPAA-related contracts, subcontractor, and vendor/partner agreements.

• Conduct thorough assessments of contracts and terms/conditions to identify, mitigate, and eliminate atypical risks, liabilities, and remedies in line with policies and sound business judgment.

• Work collaboratively with external counsel and senior leadership, negotiate redlines with customers, and spearhead legal collaboration initiatives.

• Provide clarity on contract terms and conditions to management and other business leaders.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for both internal and external communications regarding contract issues.

• Engage in the sales process by offering expert advice and insights on the contracting procedure.

• Lead customer conference calls, potentially with outside legal representatives, to review proposed redlines and negotiate accepted contract language.

• Collaborate with or escalate atypical contract language or requests to the COO.

• Regularly update and maintain EDCi contract templates and business processes according to business needs and regulatory changes.

• Work together with internal stakeholders, including sales, professional services, finance, information technology, and security teams, to ensure contract terms are in alignment with business goals.

• Identify potential risks within contracts and offer strategic recommendations to minimize exposure.

• Maintain contract tracking tools and the contract repository, monitoring key contract deadlines and obligations.

• Participate in healthcare contract requirements, including attestations, audit processes, and BAA tracking.

• Ensure all contracts adhere to company policies, industry regulations, and legal standards with the support of counsel.

• Confirm that all customers and vendors possess contracts that fulfill EDCi’s business requirements.

• Review legal expenses, categorize them by internal departments, and submit for payment.

• Stay informed about changes in contract law, industry regulations, and compliance requirements pertinent to EDCi’s operations.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Legal Studies, or a related field is required.

• At least 5+ years of experience in contract management, legal review, or a similar role, preferably within the technology sector.

• Proven understanding of contractual legal issues, provisions, and applications, along with a foundational knowledge of related insurance matters.

• Strong skills in contract development and negotiation, including the creation and implementation of risk mitigation standards and measures.

• Preferred experience in the healthcare, legal, technology, or security sectors.

• Ensure prompt turnaround of redlines to expedite the contract process.

• Comprehensive knowledge of contract law, negotiation principles, and risk management.

• Exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively, even under pressure.

• Ability to showcase outstanding customer service skills.

• Process-improvement oriented with a proactive approach.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation abilities.

• Capability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with managers, vendors, and customers.

• Strong critical thinking abilities.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote work from home.

• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

• Bring Your Own PC Policy.

• Cell phone reimbursement.

• Casual dress code.

• Funded training and certification opportunities.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401K matching.

• And much more!