Contracts Manager/Paralegal

We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager/Paralegal to join our team on a contract basis. This position requires expertise in reviewing vendor contracts, legal documents, and privacy-related agreements. Based in New York, NY, this role offers the opportunity to work remotely, with potential for part-time hours depending on budget.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough reviews of vendor contracts, including master service agreements (MSAs), software-as-a-service agreements (SaaS), work orders, statements of work (SOWs), amendments, and termination documents.

• Examine confidentiality and privacy agreements, such as non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), business associate agreements (BAAs), data-sharing agreements (DSAs), and data protection agreements (DPAs) to ensure compliance.

• Manage the contract lifecycle by coordinating signature processes and organizing finalized agreements within proper repositories.

• Collaborate with the Privacy Office to support privacy-related initiatives and maintain adherence to applicable regulations.

• Provide assistance in drafting and negotiating contracts and amendments to meet organizational standards.

• Ensure accurate documentation and filing of agreements to facilitate efficient retrieval and management.

• Offer guidance on legal matters related to vendor and client relationships.

• Participate in legal research and analysis to support litigation and compliance efforts.

• Work closely with the Legal Operations Specialist to streamline contract management processes.

• Proven experience in reviewing and managing vendor contracts and legal documents.
• Strong knowledge of privacy agreements, including NDAs, BAAs, DSAs, and DPAs.
• Familiarity with case management software and tools.
• Solid understanding of civil litigation, discovery, and trial preparation processes.
• Expertise in contract negotiation and lifecycle management.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Background or experience with data privacy regulations is highly desirable.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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