Contract Manager

Established tech company is seeking a skilled Contracts Manager to join our team in San Jose, California. This Contract Manager position requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual to handle a high volume of contracts with fast turnaround times. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in commercial contracts, demonstrating both pragmatism and responsiveness in their approach. This is a hybrid role, with on-site work required twice a week. If you're looking to join a flexible team that will keep you busy, this is the position for you! The ideal candidate will have at least 5+ years of contract management experience, including expertise in contact negotiation.Responsibilities:• Review, draft, and negotiate various types of contracts, including NDAs, MSAs, and SOWs.• Manage a high volume of contracts while ensuring accuracy and compliance within tight deadlines.• Utilize AI tools to streamline contract negotiation processes and improve efficiency.• Collaborate with the legal team to maintain and update the contract playbook.• Provide support for legal operations tasks to enhance departmental workflows.• Ensure all contractual documents align with organizational policies and legal standards.• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to address contract-related inquiries.• Implement best practices for contract management and administration.• Monitor and track contract lifecycles to ensure timely renewals and updates.Qualifications: • Minimum of 5 years of experience in contract management or a related legal role.• Proven expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts.• Strong knowledge of NDAs, MSAs, and SOWs.• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with stakeholders.• Pragmatic approach to problem-solving and decision-making.• Availability to work on-site twice a week in San Jose, California.