Contract Specialist

DISCO
United States
RemoteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for legal professionals with contract management experience who can navigate cross-functional collaboration and AI integration in a remote work arrangement.

Best fit for

  • Legal professionals with 3-5+ years of contract management experience and expertise in software and technology contracting
    — “Possess a strong understanding of software and technology contracting and negotiating customer contracts.”
  • Candidates who have worked under UK, European, US, and APAC contract laws at law firms or tech companies
    — “3+ years of commercial and privacy contracting experience under United Kingdom, European, United States, and APAC laws at a recognized law firm or technology company.”
  • Individuals who can balance legal compliance with organizational goals through collaboration and negotiation
    — “They are detail-oriented with strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills, capable of collaborating with various departments to ensure contracts meet both legal standards and organizational objectives.”

Things to consider

  • US work authorization is mandatory, as the company does not sponsor visas or accept transfers
    — “Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.”
  • The role is temporary, with a 4-month term and potential for extension based on business needs
    — “This is a 4-month fixed-term contract position, with the potential for extension based on business needs.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in managing multiple contracts and mitigating risks in complex legal environments
    — “Proven negotiation skills and the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously.”
  • Demonstrate proficiency in contract management software like IronClad and Salesforce
    — “Proficient in contract management software (e.g., IronClad, Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite.”
  • Emphasize track record of ensuring compliance with legal standards and organizational goals
    — “capable of collaborating with various departments to ensure contracts meet both legal standards and organizational objectives.”
  • Showcase ability to monitor compliance and identify risk mitigation strategies
    — “Monitors compliance with contract terms and applicable laws and regulations. Identifies potential risks and develops mitigation strategies.”
  • Demonstrate experience in performance monitoring and resolving disputes
    — “Tracks contract performance metrics and reports on compliance and effectiveness. Addresses and resolves any disputes or performance issues that arise.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Drafts, reviews, and negotiates contracts with clients, suppliers, and partners.
  • Tracks contract performance metrics and reports on compliance and effectiveness.
Typical background
3-5+ years of experience in contract management or a similar role

Skills & requirements

Required

Contract ManagementNegotiationCompliance MonitoringDatabase ManagementPerformance Monitoring

Preferred

Commercial And Privacy ContractingContract Management Software

Stack & domain

Contract ManagementLegal StandardsOrganizational ObjectivesContract NegotiationContract DraftingContract ComplianceContract Risk ManagementContract Database ManagementContract Performance MonitoringContract Dispute ResolutionContract LawContract RegulationsContract Management SoftwareMicrosoft Office SuiteAnalyticalNegotiationCommunicationAttention To DetailOrganizationalProblem-solvingLegal IndustryContract LifecycleCompliance MonitoringContract Execution

About the role

Original posting from DISCO

This is a 4-month fixed-term contract position, with the potential for extension based on business needs.

Your Impact

The Contract Specialist plays a crucial role in managing the entire contract lifecycle, from drafting and negotiation to execution and compliance monitoring. They are detail-oriented with strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills, capable of collaborating with various departments to ensure contracts meet both legal standards and organizational objectives.t

What You'll Do

Contract Development and Negotiation: Drafts, reviews, and negotiates contracts with clients, suppliers, and partners. Ensures contracts are clear, comprehensive, and aligned with organizational goals.

Compliance and Risk Management: Monitors compliance with contract terms and applicable laws and regulations. Identifies potential risks and develops mitigation strategies.

Cross-Functional Collaboration and Support: Works closely with legal, finance, procurement, and operations teams to facilitate contract execution and compliance. Provides expert guidance on contract-related inquiries and issues.

Database Management: Maintains an organized and accurate contract management database. Ensures timely renewals, amendments, and terminations of contracts.

Performance Monitoring: Tracks contract performance metrics and reports on compliance and effectiveness. Addresses and resolves any disputes or performance issues that arise.

Who You Are

With 3-5+ years of experience in contract management or a similar role.

Have a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school and are in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.

Possess a strong understanding of software and technology contracting and negotiating customer contracts.

Possess in-depth knowledge of contract law and regulations.

Have strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Proficient in contract management software (e.g., IronClad, Salesforce) and  Microsoft Office Suite.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Even Better If You Have…

Proven negotiation skills and the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously.

3+ years of commercial and privacy contracting experience under United Kingdom, European, United States, and APAC laws at a recognized law firm or technology company.

Authorization to Work in the U.S.: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future. DISCO is not currently sponsoring visas, including, but not limited to, H-1B, TN, or EAD, and we are not accepting visa transfers.

Perks of DISCO 

Open, inclusive, and fun environment

Benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as 401(k) 

Competitive salary plus RSUs

Flexible PTO 

Opportunity to be a part of a company that is revolutionizing the legal industry

Growth opportunities throughout the company

About DISCO

DISCO provides a cloud-native, artificial intelligence-powered legal solution that simplifies ediscovery, legal document review and case management for enterprises, law firms, legal services providers and governments. Our scalable, integrated solution enables legal departments to easily collect, process and review enterprise data that is relevant or potentially relevant to legal matters. 

At DISCO, we believe AI is a core enabler of how work gets done. All employees are expected to proactively adopt and responsibly use AI tools to drive efficiency, improve outcomes, and continuously evolve how they operate in their role.

Are you ready to help us fulfill our mission to use technology to strengthen the rule of law? Join us! 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Source: DISCO careers

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