Senior Contracts Manager

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

📋 Description

• Manage the complete customer contracting process, from initial drafting and revisions to execution and post-contract adherence.

• Work in collaboration with Legal and M&A teams to incorporate new divisions and streamline contracting procedures.

• Draft and negotiate intricate commercial agreements, including MSAs, SOWs, data privacy addenda, NDAs, and licensing contracts.

• Act as a principal contact between Legal, Finance, and internal division leaders.

• Serve as the main escalation point for contract-related issues and offer recommendations for resolution and risk management.

• Collaborate with sales support and internal teams to address contract-related challenges.

• Create and present training sessions to enhance contracting workflows.

• Develop and improve internal templates and contract playbooks.

• Maintain and utilize contract management systems to ensure data accuracy, reporting, and accessibility.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior legal team members or support staff.

⛳️ Requirements

• 7–10 years of experience in contract management or legal operations.

• Experience preferably within the technology or education sectors.

• Proven experience navigating the EdTech landscape, including contracting with state/district entities and Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs), is highly preferred.

• Extensive knowledge of software licensing (SaaS/PaaS) and commercial contracting agreements.

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

• Capability to identify issues, foresee risks, and align business goals with legal considerations.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficiency in translating complex legal concepts into actionable business advice for non-legal stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced settings with rapidly changing priorities, especially during growth or integration/M&A.

• Genuine enthusiasm for education and commitment to Lemnis’s mission.

• Experience with contract management systems such as Salesforce, Atlassian JSM, or other CLM platforms.

• Juris Doctor (JD) or paralegal certification is a significant advantage.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.

• Flexible work arrangements and a supportive work environment.