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Contract Manager – Contract Lifecycle Manager
We are seeking a Contract Manager to oversee the full contract lifecycle from creation through archiving. Reporting to the Associate Director, Legal Operations & Contract Management, this role serves as the primary intake point for all contractual requests across the organization. The Contract Manager independently manages simple contracts and partners closely with legal and cross‑functional stakeholders on more complex agreements to ensure compliance, efficiency, and timely execution.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the single point of entry for all contract requests; assess complexity and determine appropriate contracting approach
Partner with requestors to gather requirements, select templates, draft agreements, and initiate the contracting process
Manage the end‑to‑end contract lifecycle, including renewals, amendments, terminations, and archiving
Independently draft, review, and negotiate simple contracts with external parties
Coordinate complex contracts with legal stakeholders and support cross‑functional reviews and approvals
Ensure contracts comply with organizational policies, legal standards, and regulatory requirements
Identify and elevate contractual risks, ambiguities, and negotiation issues as needed
Maintain accurate contract records within the contract management system
Support process improvements and additional initiatives as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Life Sciences, Healthcare Management, Legal Studies, or paralegal certification
5+ years of experience in contract management, including drafting and negotiation
Strong understanding of contract structures, standard clauses, and legal terminology
Detail‑oriented with strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage high volumes of work and prioritize effectively
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Location & Travel
Boston‑based; hybrid schedule (2–3 days onsite), with increased onsite presence during onboarding
Less than 5% travel
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Legal
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Key Responsibilities
Serve as the single point of entry for all contract requests; assess complexity and determine appropriate contracting approach
Partner with requestors to gather requirements, select templates, draft agreements, and initiate the contracting process
Manage the end‑to‑end contract lifecycle, including renewals, amendments, terminations, and archiving
Independently draft, review, and negotiate simple contracts with external parties
Coordinate complex contracts with legal stakeholders and support cross‑functional reviews and approvals
Ensure contracts comply with organizational policies, legal standards, and regulatory requirements
Identify and elevate contractual risks, ambiguities, and negotiation issues as needed
Maintain accurate contract records within the contract management system
Support process improvements and additional initiatives as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Life Sciences, Healthcare Management, Legal Studies, or paralegal certification
5+ years of experience in contract management, including drafting and negotiation
Strong understanding of contract structures, standard clauses, and legal terminology
Detail‑oriented with strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage high volumes of work and prioritize effectively
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Location & Travel
Boston‑based; hybrid schedule (2–3 days onsite), with increased onsite presence during onboarding
Less than 5% travel
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Legal
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