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.

Qualifications

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.