Contracts Specialist

Overview: Guidepoint’s Legal team plays an important and global role across all our offices. The team provides their expertise, advise, recommendation and support to multiple parts of the business to ensure a seamless and efficient process. We are currently seeking a Contracts Specialist to serve as the main point of contact between the legal team and internal/external stakeholders regarding all contract management, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiation. This role will report to our Associate General Counsel. What You'll Do: • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating all types of contracts, including client and vendor agreements, non-disclosure agreements, contract amendments and renewals, Statements of Work, data processing agreements, SaaS agreements, etc., for global stakeholders in various company locations • Responsible for managing Contracts Queue and coordination of all aspects of contract management • Serve as primary contact between the legal department and internal and external stakeholders seeking contract review and revision, copies, questions, status updates etc. • Review, respond and manage contracts-related questions within the Contracts inbox • Manage Contract Template library and other knowledge management functions • Ensure compliance with contract approval policies and procedures • Liaise with Legal, Compliance, and Sales teams on contracts as needed • Special projects on an as-needed basis What You Have: • Bachelor’s Degree, with at least 3 years' experience working with contracts • Law Degree is a big plus, but is not required • Contract management experience, preferably in-house • Experience reviewing, editing, interpreting and negotiating legal agreements • Experience reviewing and negotiating corporate master services agreements • Strong organizational and communications skills, ability to set priorities, handle multiple tasks and projects, track and follow up on projects • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with internal and external contacts at all levels, including across various offices as necessary • Ability to digest complex compliance practices and the diligence to ensure that contractual drafting and review is always consistent with those practices • Ability to work independently and seek assistance or support as necessary • Ability to shift focus, adapt to changing priorities, and take initiative where appropriate, all while meeting deadlines and providing timely responses • Strong client service focus and flexibility • Must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment • Must handle confidential information with professionalism, discretion and integrity Preferred Qualifications: • Apttus/Conga (Salesforce) contracts management system experience is very helpful • Knowledge of GDPR and other data protection laws and experience negotiation data processing agreements • Knowledge of legal developments in AI and how to incorporate them into contracts What We Offer: The annual base salary range for this position is $95,000 - $115,000 . Additionally, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on performance. You will also be eligible for the following benefits: • 15 PTO days, 10 legal holidays, and sick days • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans • Will match up to 10% of employee contribution for 401(k), life insurance, paid time-off and parental leave plans • Commuter benefits and a corporate gym rate • Development opportunities through the LinkedIn Learning platform • Free snacks and beverages in the office • Friday happy hour and “Summer Fridays” • Year-round corporate athletic league • Casual work environment, team building, and other social events About Guidepoint: Guid