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FM . The Corporate Affairs Contracts Specialist II provides global legal and compliance risk support to FM with contracts, including non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). Responsibilities extend to FM Global group operations and cover areas such as insurance, engineering, and FM Approvals. The base pay range is $41.31/hr - $69.72/hr; actual pay is determined by skills and experience. Base pay range
$41.31/hr - $69.72/hr Responsibilities
Serve as a point of contact for internal clients regarding contractual matters. Draft, review and support contract review negotiations for a broad range of contracts (e.g., MSA, SOW, NDA, EULA, SAAS, DPA). Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and organizational policies. Exercise good judgment and raise risk and compliance questions when needed. Liaise with outside counsel on matter-specific topics. Support drafting of policy and guidance documents. Identify business needs, onboard, train, and educate team members; support contract review workflow, processes, and protocols. Maintain working relationships with internal partners (vendor management, finance, marketing, HR, etc.) and act as a liaison between these partners and Corporate Affairs attorneys or management. Support training for internal partners. Assist with strategic Corporate Affairs initiatives and projects. Maintain tools, including contract review software, for efficient use by the contract review team. Remain current with global trends and legal topics relevant to FM Global; ensure contracts comply with legal, regulatory, and policy requirements. Coordinate with subject matter experts and, when applicable, track information for legal research. Understand FM’s privacy framework and applicable privacy laws as they pertain to contracts. Identify opportunities for improvement within the function and workflow. Collaborate with outside counsel as needed. Serve as a contract review subject matter expert and may require limited travel and some after-hours conference calls. All legal advisory work is performed under the supervision of an attorney. Qualifications
Required Education: Paralegal certificate; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Required Work Experience: 5+ years in a law firm or corporate legal department. Highly Preferred Work Experience: Experience conducting contract review, negotiation and drafting legal language outside of template usage. Required Skills: Experience drafting and negotiating large, complex, international commercial agreements; ability to balance business needs with legal risks; strong communication and writing skills; ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple cross-functional tasks; detail-oriented. The hourly salary for this position is $41.31 to $69.72 and will be determined based on individual qualifications. FM offers a comprehensive Total Rewards program, including incentives, health and well-being programs, retirement plans, career development, tuition reimbursement, flexible work options, and more. FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Location & Schedule
This is a full-time non-exempt position based on-site in Johnston, RI with the flexibility for one remote workday per week, based on business needs. Domestic travel may be required up to 10% annually. Note: This posting may include other location-based listings or related opportunities; only the Johnston, RI role is described above. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at FM.
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Join to apply for the
Contracts Specialist
role at
FM . The Corporate Affairs Contracts Specialist II provides global legal and compliance risk support to FM with contracts, including non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). Responsibilities extend to FM Global group operations and cover areas such as insurance, engineering, and FM Approvals. The base pay range is $41.31/hr - $69.72/hr; actual pay is determined by skills and experience. Base pay range
$41.31/hr - $69.72/hr Responsibilities
Serve as a point of contact for internal clients regarding contractual matters. Draft, review and support contract review negotiations for a broad range of contracts (e.g., MSA, SOW, NDA, EULA, SAAS, DPA). Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and organizational policies. Exercise good judgment and raise risk and compliance questions when needed. Liaise with outside counsel on matter-specific topics. Support drafting of policy and guidance documents. Identify business needs, onboard, train, and educate team members; support contract review workflow, processes, and protocols. Maintain working relationships with internal partners (vendor management, finance, marketing, HR, etc.) and act as a liaison between these partners and Corporate Affairs attorneys or management. Support training for internal partners. Assist with strategic Corporate Affairs initiatives and projects. Maintain tools, including contract review software, for efficient use by the contract review team. Remain current with global trends and legal topics relevant to FM Global; ensure contracts comply with legal, regulatory, and policy requirements. Coordinate with subject matter experts and, when applicable, track information for legal research. Understand FM’s privacy framework and applicable privacy laws as they pertain to contracts. Identify opportunities for improvement within the function and workflow. Collaborate with outside counsel as needed. Serve as a contract review subject matter expert and may require limited travel and some after-hours conference calls. All legal advisory work is performed under the supervision of an attorney. Qualifications
Required Education: Paralegal certificate; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Required Work Experience: 5+ years in a law firm or corporate legal department. Highly Preferred Work Experience: Experience conducting contract review, negotiation and drafting legal language outside of template usage. Required Skills: Experience drafting and negotiating large, complex, international commercial agreements; ability to balance business needs with legal risks; strong communication and writing skills; ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple cross-functional tasks; detail-oriented. The hourly salary for this position is $41.31 to $69.72 and will be determined based on individual qualifications. FM offers a comprehensive Total Rewards program, including incentives, health and well-being programs, retirement plans, career development, tuition reimbursement, flexible work options, and more. FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Location & Schedule
This is a full-time non-exempt position based on-site in Johnston, RI with the flexibility for one remote workday per week, based on business needs. Domestic travel may be required up to 10% annually. Note: This posting may include other location-based listings or related opportunities; only the Johnston, RI role is described above. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at FM.
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