Contract Manager

Empathy Talent is proud to be partnering with a leading transportation technology and infrastructure solutions company serving public agencies, municipalities, and commercial organizations across North America. Known for its software, data, and mobility solutions, the company continues to help customers improve safety, efficiency, and operational performance while expanding its portfolio of government and commercial business initiatives.

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking a Contracts Manager to support a broad range of government and commercial contracting activities across the organization.

This role will serve as a key partner to legal, business, and operational stakeholders, overseeing the full contract lifecycle from proposal and negotiation through execution, compliance, and ongoing contract administration.

The position offers exposure to public-sector contracting, SaaS and technology agreements, procurement contracts, consulting services agreements, and other strategic commercial relationships, making it an excellent opportunity for a contracts professional who enjoys working across a diverse portfolio of agreements.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and execute a variety of government and commercial contracts, solicitations, and agreements
• Assess contractual, legal, and business risks and provide guidance to internal stakeholders
• Review and negotiate NDAs, professional services agreements, consulting agreements, procurement contracts, software licensing agreements, and related documents
• Partner directly with customers, procurement teams, and contracting personnel to negotiate mutually acceptable terms
• Develop and maintain contract templates, including NDAs, Teaming Agreements, SaaS/DaaS agreements, reseller agreements, and technology-related contracts
• Support contract compliance efforts and ensure agreements align with company policies and risk tolerances
• Provide contract interpretation and guidance to project managers and business teams throughout project execution
• Manage contract reporting, status tracking, and contract management system administration
• Support risk management and compliance initiatives, including insurance certificates, bonds, licensing requirements, and corporate registrations
• Assist in developing and improving contracting policies, procedures, and internal training programs
• Participate in business and project meetings as needed to provide contractual guidance and support

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 6 years of experience supporting government contracts, SaaS/DaaS agreements, or related technology-focused contracting environments
• 6 years of contract drafting, negotiation, and contract management experience
• Strong understanding of government contracting processes from proposal submission through contract execution
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate complex agreements while balancing legal, operational, and business objectives
• Strong understanding of contractual risk assessment and mitigation strategies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Experience supporting corporate risk management and compliance programs

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with FAR and DFARS regulations
• Experience supporting software, cloud, technology, or data services organizations
• Experience working with contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems

What's on Offer

• Competitive Compensation: Target salary range of $115,000–$130,000, depending on experience and qualifications
• Performance Incentives: Annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible Work Arrangement: Southern California preferred, with remote candidates considered
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with immediate company match
• Healthcare Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Financial Protection: Life insurance and disability coverage
• Time Off: Open PTO
• Professional Development: Education assistance and internal training programs
• Additional Benefits: Medical reimbursement plans and family-friendly programs