The Senior Contracts Manager role is responsible for leading internal and external activities in connection with contracts.  Key responsibilities include drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts; meeting with internal stakeholders on business objectives and determining appropriate supporting contractual terms; negotiating with customers and vendors on contractual matters; providing guidance and support to internal staff on contractual issues and questions; developing and executing policies and procedures that will result in effective management of all aspects of  contractual agreements; working with  management to address issues and concerns and making recommendations. 

• Leads contract negotiations with customers and vendors, senior management, attorneys and other business and legal professionals
• Leads drafting process for customer and vendor agreements, including for Master Agreements, Statements of Work, License Agreements, and other select contractual agreements
• Provides guidance to internal staff on contractual matters
• Oversees the contract administration process, including managing all contract events such as contract approval, renewals and contract changes. Initiates the review, drafting, negotiation and execution of agreements. 

• Evaluates risk related to contractual language and business objectives and develops solutions, working independently and with others, that supports the company direction
• Works with business leadership to effectively convey business objectives in contractual language

• Communicates contract changes, key terms, activity and potential implications to various business areas via contract summaries or other methods
• Develops and maintains ongoing relationships with business leaders to ensure they are receiving the deliverables and/or SLAs specified in the agreements
• Participates in the contract management workgroup contributing to the establishment of strategies, policies, procedures, tools, etc. that result in effective management of all aspects of the contractual agreements

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of commonly used contractual provisions and general contract structures related to information technology and associated legal terms
• Ability to effectively provide substantive guidance to business leaders on contractual terms and issues
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to negotiate internally and externally at high levels; strong writing skills and attention to detail
• Proficient computer skills with intermediate level working experience in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent analytical skills in order to analyze contractual agreements for corporate impact
• Must have or acquire in depth knowledge of organizations policies, organizational relationships and procedures, and acquire a working knowledge of company products and services
• Ability to identify legal issues and escalate them as appropriate to the relevant individual or attorney

Experience:

• Up to 10 years related work experience, including significant experience working with contracts
• Healthcare experience preferred

Required Training, Certification and Education:

• Juris Doctor
• Currently licensed to practice law

Benefits and Perks:

• Work/Life Balance – NASCO helps you find success at the workplace, and at home.
• Matching 401(k)
• Employee Recognition and Bonus Programs – When NASCO is successful so are our employees!
• Tuition Assistance – Learn, develop, and grow… on our dime!
• E-Learning – Comprehensive and current library of e-learning and performance support assets, available on demand and at no cost.
• Choice of Blue Cross Blue Shield Health, Dental and Vision Plans
• Wellness Program
• 17 Days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year – not including major holidays. That’s just starting out.
• Company discount plans on mobile, technology services, etc., to help you save money.

NASCO is a Minority/Female/Disability/Vet/Affirmative Action Employer. Must have legal authority to work in the US.