WS - Legal Contracts Specialist

ABOUT THE JOB:

The key objective of the Contracts Specialist is to review and analyze Company and customer contracts, for the purpose of providing timely advice and support to Company business units. The Contracts Specialist will also provide legal best practices to support the business strategy and objectives. Core to this role is serving as a trusted advisor and subject-matter expert to leaders and colleagues to ensure that the Company follows general laws, policies & regulations. 

This role requires exceptional judgment, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to proactively use data to innovative and compliant continuous improvement.
This position reports to the Legal department and the Associate General Counsel, Commercial and Compliance.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic and growing corporate legal function.  

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

Responsibilities:
This is a team-based role and will assist Legal, Operations, etc. as well as help drive our Company strategies and promote our values.  Responsibilities of the Contract Specialist include but are not limited to:
•    Reviewing, interpreting, and commenting on the terms and conditions of commercial agreements including complex customer contracts and vendor agreements. 
•    Completing and coordinating required customer forms.
•    Utilizing contract management software and supporting continuous improvement of commercial contract function.
•    Tracking key KPIs to ensure legal team is well positioned to respond to evolving business needs.
•    Collaborating with a legal team consisting of lawyers, paralegals, and office staff.
•    Maintaining a customer and business focus to ensure timely follow through.
•    Additional Duties and Functions as assigned.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate will:
•    Have experience developing and/or managing contracts, including tracking documents through the contracting lifecycle, contract compliance items, and keeping organized records. 
•    Have the ability to read, comprehend and provide critical review and analysis of complex contract documents. 
•    Organize and successfully complete a variety of contracts-related responsibilities for complex and visible company projects. 
•    Have experience in interpreting, applying, and explaining policies, procedures, instructions, contract requirements, and applicable laws and regulations. 
•    Manage a variety of competing tasks and priorities while meeting deadlines.
•    Maintain awareness of regulatory requirements including local and US laws, international and industry standards.
•    Work independently with general guidance from supervisor.
•    Train Company personnel on basic elements of contracts and general contracts principles.
•    Have excellent organizational skills.
•    Have the ability to persuade and influence without authority.
 Education & Experience:
•    3+ years or more of progressive experience in reviewing and providing critical analysis on complex corporate contracts.
•    Multi-state construction contracts analysis experience.
•    College degree preferred.
•    In-house contract negotiation experience.
Preferred Skills:  
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.