Contract Specialist
Confidential, Reston, VA, United States
A growing organization is seeking an experienced
Contract Analyst
to support its Legal function by managing and optimizing a Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platform while ensuring contracts are compliant, efficient, and aligned with business objectives. This role serves as a key bridge between Legal, Finance, and Business Operations, driving technology-enabled contract workflows from intake through execution, tracking, and renewal.
Roles and Responsibilities
Serve as the functional owner and subject matter expert for the CLM platform, supporting users and driving adoption across the organization
Administer the CLM system, including user access, permissions, workflow configuration, troubleshooting, and enhancements
Design and implement automated contract workflows based on risk, value, and approval requirements
Maintain and manage contract templates and standardized clause libraries
Build and deliver dashboards and reports to track KPIs such as contract cycle time, approvals, renewals, and compliance
Oversee the full contract lifecycle, ensuring accurate tracking of key dates, execution status, and obligations
Review, draft, and edit a variety of agreements (e.g., MSAs, SOWs, NDAs, and client contracts)
Partner with Legal and business stakeholders to negotiate terms and mitigate legal and financial risks
Provide training and ongoing support to internal teams on CLM tools and contract best practices
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce contract turnaround times
Minimum Qualifications
8+ years of experience in contract administration, legal operations, or paralegal work
Hands-on experience with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platforms (e.g., Ironclad, Conga, Summize, Onit)
Experience building workflows, reports, and dashboards within a CLM system
Strong knowledge of contract types including MSAs, SOWs, NDAs, and commercial agreements
Proven ability to collaborate across Legal, Finance, and business teams
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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Contract Analyst
to support its Legal function by managing and optimizing a Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platform while ensuring contracts are compliant, efficient, and aligned with business objectives. This role serves as a key bridge between Legal, Finance, and Business Operations, driving technology-enabled contract workflows from intake through execution, tracking, and renewal.
Roles and Responsibilities
Serve as the functional owner and subject matter expert for the CLM platform, supporting users and driving adoption across the organization
Administer the CLM system, including user access, permissions, workflow configuration, troubleshooting, and enhancements
Design and implement automated contract workflows based on risk, value, and approval requirements
Maintain and manage contract templates and standardized clause libraries
Build and deliver dashboards and reports to track KPIs such as contract cycle time, approvals, renewals, and compliance
Oversee the full contract lifecycle, ensuring accurate tracking of key dates, execution status, and obligations
Review, draft, and edit a variety of agreements (e.g., MSAs, SOWs, NDAs, and client contracts)
Partner with Legal and business stakeholders to negotiate terms and mitigate legal and financial risks
Provide training and ongoing support to internal teams on CLM tools and contract best practices
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce contract turnaround times
Minimum Qualifications
8+ years of experience in contract administration, legal operations, or paralegal work
Hands-on experience with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platforms (e.g., Ironclad, Conga, Summize, Onit)
Experience building workflows, reports, and dashboards within a CLM system
Strong knowledge of contract types including MSAs, SOWs, NDAs, and commercial agreements
Proven ability to collaborate across Legal, Finance, and business teams
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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