Needham Bank
Overview
Contracts Attorney: We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced attorney to join our legal team. The role involves reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and managing a wide variety of contracts including Master Services Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) agreements, and consulting agreements. You will help ensure contract terms meet legal, regulatory, policy and business requirements, under the guidance of the General Counsel, and support cross-functional teams across the bank. Success in this role requires creating contract documentation and engaging in vendor negotiations that balance legal risk with business needs, while supporting contract lifecycle matters with vendor management.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities Manage the legal redlining and negotiation of each vendor contract (alone or with others) to bring contracts to timely resolution.
Help implement standardized processes, templates, and guidelines to streamline contract negotiation workflows.
Serve as an advisor to the General Counsel and other senior leaders on contract matters.
Conduct legal research and provide support on special projects related to vendor risk, compliance, and contract management.
Demonstrate strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities on tight timelines.
Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Provide legal advice and guidance, and collaborate with other internal stakeholders on contractual rights, obligations, and risks.
Assist with contract lifecycle management, including organization, tracking, renewal, and termination processes.
Draft, negotiate, and review legal documents such as new and amended contracts.
Coordinate with the Legal Contract Administrator to maintain the electronic contract administration database.
Provide weekly status updates to the General Counsel and Vendor Management on ongoing contracts.
Collaborate with stakeholders to grow the Vendor Management software system.
Assist General Counsel or other legal team personnel with non-contract items as needed.
Qualifications Demonstrated expertise in contract negotiation and redlining, with attention to detail.
Experience with banking preferred.
Proficiency with legal technology platforms.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to adhere to Needham Bank's Core Values ( Focus on Customer Relationship, Embrace Change, Work as a Team, Be an Asset to Your Community, Always Learn, and Do the Right Thing ).
Education & Experience 5+ years of experience in contracts management, with a focus on SaaS, BaaS and eCommerce industries.
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school required.
Member of Massachusetts bar in good standing with no prior incident.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), SharePoint, and related software.
Working Conditions In-office 3 days a week, remote 2 days a week option, as bank policy may be revised from time to time.
Location in Wellesley, Massachusetts at this time.
Compensation & Benefits
Needham Bank offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package for a full-time employee, including fully paid medical and dental insurance, HRA, 401(k) plan with an 8% bank match, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, a bonus program, flexible spending accounts, vision service plan, group term life insurance, short and long term disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program. A similar package is available for eligible part-time employees.
At NB, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply — you may be the right candidate for this or other roles.
Needham Bank is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Needham Bank provides all applicants for employment and all employees with equal opportunity for employment and promotion regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, military service, sexual orientation, genetic information, or gender identity.
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Contracts Attorney: We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced attorney to join our legal team. The role involves reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and managing a wide variety of contracts including Master Services Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) agreements, and consulting agreements. You will help ensure contract terms meet legal, regulatory, policy and business requirements, under the guidance of the General Counsel, and support cross-functional teams across the bank. Success in this role requires creating contract documentation and engaging in vendor negotiations that balance legal risk with business needs, while supporting contract lifecycle matters with vendor management.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities Manage the legal redlining and negotiation of each vendor contract (alone or with others) to bring contracts to timely resolution.
Help implement standardized processes, templates, and guidelines to streamline contract negotiation workflows.
Serve as an advisor to the General Counsel and other senior leaders on contract matters.
Conduct legal research and provide support on special projects related to vendor risk, compliance, and contract management.
Demonstrate strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities on tight timelines.
Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Provide legal advice and guidance, and collaborate with other internal stakeholders on contractual rights, obligations, and risks.
Assist with contract lifecycle management, including organization, tracking, renewal, and termination processes.
Draft, negotiate, and review legal documents such as new and amended contracts.
Coordinate with the Legal Contract Administrator to maintain the electronic contract administration database.
Provide weekly status updates to the General Counsel and Vendor Management on ongoing contracts.
Collaborate with stakeholders to grow the Vendor Management software system.
Assist General Counsel or other legal team personnel with non-contract items as needed.
Qualifications Demonstrated expertise in contract negotiation and redlining, with attention to detail.
Experience with banking preferred.
Proficiency with legal technology platforms.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to adhere to Needham Bank's Core Values ( Focus on Customer Relationship, Embrace Change, Work as a Team, Be an Asset to Your Community, Always Learn, and Do the Right Thing ).
Education & Experience 5+ years of experience in contracts management, with a focus on SaaS, BaaS and eCommerce industries.
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school required.
Member of Massachusetts bar in good standing with no prior incident.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), SharePoint, and related software.
Working Conditions In-office 3 days a week, remote 2 days a week option, as bank policy may be revised from time to time.
Location in Wellesley, Massachusetts at this time.
Compensation & Benefits
Needham Bank offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package for a full-time employee, including fully paid medical and dental insurance, HRA, 401(k) plan with an 8% bank match, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, a bonus program, flexible spending accounts, vision service plan, group term life insurance, short and long term disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program. A similar package is available for eligible part-time employees.
At NB, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply — you may be the right candidate for this or other roles.
Needham Bank is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Needham Bank provides all applicants for employment and all employees with equal opportunity for employment and promotion regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, military service, sexual orientation, genetic information, or gender identity.
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