Contracts Manager

2+ years of experience working in an in-house legal department preferred.
Understanding of contracts law, legal terminology, legislative process and regulations relevant to data products and services preferred.
Experience in data licensing and contract negotiations preferred.
Experience working across departments and teams including business, sales, operations, and compliance.
Excellent communication skills with ability to effectively communicate in oral and written form.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative and to adapt effectively in frequently changing working environments.
A strong work ethic and desire to learn business requirements quickly, analyze legal and business risks and propose creative, business-oriented solutions.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously and effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Negotiate bespoke data license agreements supporting the data acquisition and operations business unit (primarily vendor agreements and government agency website reviews).
Research and track proposed and existing state and federal legislation governing data privacy and operations practices.
Dispute and litigation support including working with business units to manage data suppression requests.
Correspond with government agencies regarding a variety of data acquisition issues, including access, permitted use and required fees.
Compile and maintain databases to track data use rights and restrictions.
Collaborate closely with data acquisition and operations, client support and compliance teams to improve process efficiency.
Identify and mitigate risks impacting data products and services.

2+ years of experience working in an in-house legal department preferred.
Understanding of contracts law, legal terminology, legislative process and regulations relevant to data products and services preferred.
Experience in data licensing and contract negotiations preferred.