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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Commercial Contracts Specialist
Description
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We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Commercial Contracts Specialist to join our legal and compliance team. This role is critical in ensuring that all commercial agreements align with company policies, legal requirements, and business objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in contract law, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously.
As a Commercial Contracts Specialist, you will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, service agreements, licensing deals, and partnership arrangements. You will work closely with internal stakeholders such as sales, procurement, finance, and operations to ensure that contracts meet the strategic needs of the business while minimizing risk.
You will also be expected to maintain a centralized contract repository, track key contract milestones and obligations, and ensure compliance with contractual terms. Your role will involve advising business units on contract interpretation, risk assessment, and dispute resolution. Additionally, you will contribute to the development and continuous improvement of contract templates, policies, and procedures.
To succeed in this role, you must have a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing competing priorities. A proactive approach to problem-solving and a collaborative mindset are essential.
This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional who enjoys working at the intersection of law and business and is looking to make a significant impact within a dynamic organization.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and agreements
- Ensure contracts comply with legal requirements and company policies
- Collaborate with internal departments to align contracts with business goals
- Maintain and manage a centralized contract repository
- Track contract milestones, renewals, and obligations
- Advise stakeholders on contract interpretation and risk mitigation
- Support dispute resolution and contract enforcement processes
- Develop and update standard contract templates and procedures
- Conduct training sessions on contract management best practices
- Monitor regulatory changes affecting commercial contracts
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in contract management or legal role
- Strong knowledge of contract law and commercial agreements
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational abilities
- Proficiency in contract lifecycle management tools
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Experience working with cross-functional teams
- Understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements
- Professional certification (e.g., IACCM, CIPS) is a plus
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- How many years of experience do you have in contract management?
- Can you describe your experience negotiating commercial agreements?
- What contract management tools have you used?
- How do you ensure compliance with contractual obligations?
- Describe a challenging contract negotiation and how you handled it.
- What industries have you worked in as a contracts specialist?
- How do you stay updated on changes in contract law?
- Have you developed or improved contract templates or processes?
- How do you prioritize multiple contract requests?
- What is your experience working with cross-functional teams?
