Contract Specialist

About This Role

This role involves managing the entire contract lifecycle to support business growth, client satisfaction, and operational excellence within a dedicated sales portfolio. The Contract Specialist will handle new business and renewal opportunities, providing strategic guidance, drafting, negotiating, and executing contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full contract lifecycle to support business growth, client satisfaction, and operational excellence across a dedicated sales portfolio
• Manage the end-to-end contract process for new business and renewal opportunities while supporting a dedicated sales team through contract strategy, drafting, negotiation, and execution
• Participate in pipeline review meetings to advise on commercial approaches, identify contractual risks, set expectations, and help accelerate deal closure
• Analyze customer information, licensing requirements, pricing structures, and contract terms to support cross-selling, renewals, and revenue growth initiatives
• Independently draft and negotiate Tier 1 sales agreements in accordance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and established best practices
• Maintain accurate customer and transaction information across customer relationship management systems and other business platforms to ensure consistency throughout the sales cycle
• Review executed contracts for completeness, validate

Requirements

• Minimum two years of contract-related experience in procurement, finance, legal, sales support, or a related business environment with the ability to manage complex agreements and commercial processes
• Strong knowledge of contract drafting, negotiation, and execution practices with the ability to balance client needs and business objectives while maintaining compliance with internal policies
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to analyze account information, pricing structures, licensing parameters, and contract terms accurately
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across Sales, Legal, Finance, Billing, and other stakeholder groups
• Strong problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and the ability to proactively identify risks, resolve issues, and elevate concerns when appropriate
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated proficiency in artificial intelligence concepts, with hands-on experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency
• Proven ability to implement AI-powered solutions to solve business challenges
• Demonstrates a growing awareness of AI risk management and a commitment to responsible and ethical AI use