Contract Manager

Aderant is a global industry leading software company providing comprehensive business management solutions for law firms and other professional services organizations with a mission to help them run a better business. We are motivated by a collective desire to drive the legal industry to the forefront of innovation. With over 2,500 clients around the world, including 95 of the top AmLaw 100 firms, we are changing the outside perception of the legal sphere; where there was once resistance to modernization, we are creating a culture that embraces new ideas and technology.

At Aderant, the “A” is more than just a letter. It is a representation of how we fulfill our foundational purpose, serving our clients. It embodies our core values and reminds us that to achieve success, every day must start with the “A”. We bring the “A” to life by fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. We encourage our diverse teams to bring their whole selves to work – ideas, experience, and passion – to drive our mission forward.

Our people are our strength.

The Role

Aderant is seeking an experienced Contract Manager to join its Legal and Commercial Operations team. This is a senior contract professional role responsible for structuring, negotiating, and administering customer and partner agreements in close coordination with Sales, Finance, and Revenue Operations.

The Contract Manager serves as a key operational partner in the deal lifecycle. This role is responsible for ensuring contracts align with approved commercial frameworks, internal policies, and regulatory requirements, while maintaining speed and efficiency in a high-volume SaaS sales environment. This position works closely with Legal team members and business stakeholders to support consistent risk management, scalable processes, and disciplined contract execution.

Key Responsibilities

In This Role, You Will

• Lead the preparation, review, negotiation, and administration of customer agreements, including SaaS subscription agreements, legacy software licenses, order forms, amendments, and renewals
• Negotiate commercial and operational terms within established playbooks and approved parameters, escalating legal or high-risk issues appropriately
• Ensure contracts reflect approved pricing, discounting, and commercial structures
• Verify required internal approvals and maintain compliance with company policies and delegation frameworks
• Coordinate contract execution through electronic signature platforms and manage post-signature processing
• Partner with Sales, Finance, Revenue Operations, and Legal to move transactions efficiently from negotiation to activation
• Support third-party licensing and vendor-related contractual obligations where applicable
• Assist in monitoring customer compliance with license and usage terms
• Conduct or review restricted party screenings and support related compliance processes
• Maintain and update standard templates, order forms, and contract workflows
• Contribute to the development and refinement of contract playbooks, clause libraries, and operational best practices
• Help drive continuous improvement in contracting systems, tools, and reporting, including CRM and CLM platforms
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certification or advanced degree is a plus
• 5 years of experience in contract management, commercial contracting, or sales operations in a technology or SaaS environment
• Demonstrated experience negotiating business-to-business agreements with sophisticated customers
• Strong understanding of SaaS subscription models, software licensing structures, and professional services arrangements
• Experience working cross-functionally with Legal, Sales, Finance, and Operations teams
• Familiarity with electronic signature tools and CRM systems such as Salesforce; experience with contract lifecycle management systems is preferred
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage a high volume of concurrent transactions under time pressure
• Ability to exercise sound judgment within defined risk frameworks and escalate appropriately
• Clear, professional communication skills and confidence interacting with internal stakeholders and customer representatives
  
  

What Success Looks Like

A successful Contract Manager at Aderant operates as a disciplined, business-minded contract professional who enables deals to close efficiently while protecting the company’s commercial and operational interests. This individual can independently manage a demanding workflow, apply structured risk guidance consistently, and partner effectively with Sales in a fast-moving SaaS environment.

This role is well suited for a senior contract professional who wants meaningful ownership of the contracting process, exposure to sophisticated clients, and the opportunity to contribute to scalable systems in a growing technology company.