Contract Administrator (57730)

The Contract Administrator provides contract administration, legal operations, and compliance support to the Legal Department. This role independently reviews, drafts, negotiates, and administers routine agreements; maintains legal and contract records; supports corporate governance and compliance initiatives; and coordinates contract-related processes across the organization. The position requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

• Review, draft, negotiate, and administer non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and other routine commercial and legal agreements within established approval guidelines.
• Prepare, revise, proofread, and format legal documents for attorney review and final execution.
• Maintain and administer contract lifecycle management systems, legal records, and contract databases, including customer contracts, vendor agreements, employment agreements, and leases.
• Track contract renewals, amendments, expirations, and other key contractual obligations to ensure timely action and compliance.
• Review certificates of insurance (COIs), endorsements, and related documentation to support risk mitigation efforts.
• Complete customer representations, certifications, and related compliance documentation.
• Support government contracting activities, including review of contract requirements, representations and certifications, subcontract documentation, and related compliance obligations.
• Support corporate governance activities and assist with merger and acquisition due diligence projects.
• Respond to subpoenas and other legal requests for production of records.
• Assist attorneys with collections, claims management, and related legal matters.
• Verify international business partners against U.S. government sanctions lists and other compliance requirements.
• Provide administrative support and complete special projects as assigned.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies, Business Administration, Paralegal Studies, Public Administration, or a related field required.
• 3-5 years of relevant legal, contracts, paralegal, corporate administrative, or government contracting experience.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating routine contracts and legal agreements.
• Experience tracking contract renewals, amendments, expirations, and other contractual obligations throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment with limited supervision.
• Ability to identify contract risks, recognize non-standard terms, and escalate issues appropriately for legal review.
• Working knowledge of contract administration principles, legal terminology, and contract documentation processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience using SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems, and document management systems.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Georgia Notary Certification preferred or ability to obtain certification within six (6) months of hire.

Additional requirements:

• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, attorneys, customers, and vendors.
• Ability to prioritize workload and adapt to changing business needs.
• Commitment to maintaining accurate records and supporting legal compliance initiatives.
• Familiarity with legal documentation, contract administration processes, and corporate records management.
• Experience with legal, contract, or document management databases preferred.
• Familiarity with legal technology platforms, contract lifecycle management systems, and AI-enabled productivity tools preferred.
• Experience supporting government contracts, including review of contract terms, compliance requirements, representations and certifications, or subcontract documentation preferred.
• Familiarity with government contracting regulations and compliance requirements, including federal, state, or local contracting environments preferred.
• Familiarity with corporate governance and corporate legal department operations preferred.

Work Conditions:

• Hybrid work environment with a combination of office-based and remote work.
• Work requires prolonged computer use, document review, and management of multiple concurrent projects.
• Occasional additional hours may be required to meet business or legal deadlines.