Contracts Specialist

What You'll Do

• Optimize the CLM ecosystem, AI initiatives, system integrations, and internal training to ensure seamless data flow and user adoption.
• Maintain the architecture of the contracting framework—including standardized intake workflows, self-service playbooks, and automated approvals—to mitigate risk and accelerate cycle times for Sales and internal stakeholders.
• Perform core contract administration duties, including extracting contract attributes, auditing the database, and organizing signed documentation and legal correspondence to ensure the "Source of Truth" remains accurate through regular audits.
• Own standard and ad-hoc reporting and metrics related to contract volume, turnaround times, and other key performance indicators to identify bottlenecks and propose data-driven process improvements.
• Facilitate communication between Legal and internal business units regarding contract status and requirements to ensure administrative processes align with broader legal strategies and business objectives.

Who You Are

• BA/BS degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ years in contract administration or legal operations.
• Firm grasp of contract lifecycles and the "anatomy" of commercial agreements.
• Hands-on experience with Ironclad Contract Lifecycle Management software, specifically in configuring workflows, managing permissions, and pulling reports (not just as an end-user).
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
• Self-motivated, resourceful, able to meet aggressive deadlines, flexible, and demonstrated willingness and ability to learn new concepts/software/industries quickly.
• Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills.
• Possess a genuine curiosity for AI and emerging technologies, with an eagerness to learn how to leverage AI to automate manual tasks while maintaining a high bar for ethical data handling and accuracy.

What Sets You Apart (Bonus Points)

• Demonstrated metrics-driven impact, such as quantifiable reductions in contract turnaround time or increases in self-service contract volume.
• Prior experience implementing AI tools for contract extraction, data auditing, or other legal tech automation.
• A proven track record of acting as the connective tissue between Legal, Sales, and other business units, driving cross-functional alignment and process adoption.

Compensation

The base pay range for this role is $98,500 – $123,000 per year.