Senior Contracts Manager/Counsel

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
4+ years of experience in contracts management.
Experience in a law firm and/or established government contractor setting.
Direct experience with the government defense or intelligence community within the past two years.
Experience working with contract lifecycle management tools.

Manage, draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial and government contracts, including NDAs, vendor agreements, customer agreements, and purchase order terms & conditions.
Support government procurement activities, ensuring adherence to applicable regulations and flow-down requirements.
Serve as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and external parties to ensure alignment on contractual terms and risk mitigation.
Oversee the full contract lifecycle, from initial request through execution and renewal, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely completion.
Maintain organized records of agreements and provide strategic guidance on contract terms and risk exposure.
Collaborate with legal counsel on complex or high-risk agreements as needed.
Lead or assist in the evaluation, selection, and potential implementation of a contract lifecycle management (CLM) tool to streamline contract processes and improve visibility.
Develop and refine templates and playbooks to support scalable and efficient contracting practices.

Communicate with clarity and influence, fostering productive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Ability to thrive with minimal supervision.
Resilience, resourcefulness, and the ability to make decisions with imperfect information.
Enjoy utilizing technology to increase efficiency.
Willingness to challenge the status quo and seek innovative solutions.