Contracts Manager

Join a globally recognized technology leader known for its groundbreaking innovation and commitment to excellence. This organization consistently redefines industries, creating products and services that impact millions worldwide. As a partner with Aquent, you have the unique opportunity to contribute to a team that shapes the future of technology and consumer experience.

Step into a pivotal role where your expertise will directly influence the strategic direction and operational success of a leading global enterprise. In this dynamic position, you will be at the forefront of developing, negotiating, and managing complex commercial agreements across diverse market sectors. Your strategic acumen and negotiation prowess will be instrumental in safeguarding the organization's interests, fostering crucial partnerships, and driving significant value, directly contributing to the continued success and expansion of our worldwide operations.

• Location: Austin, TX
• Schedule: In-Office T/W/Th; Remote M/F
• Duration: 12 months
• Pay Comments: W2, weekly pay, benefits, 401k w/ match
• Background screening required

**What You'll Do**

* Lead and execute high-impact, strategically significant contract negotiations across various sales channels and global initiatives.
* Collaborate closely with legal counsel, business leaders, and cross-functional teams to oversee the development, review, and negotiation of commercial sales agreements and standard templates.
* Establish and maintain a consistent, disciplined approach to contract management, utilizing standardized language, templates, and processes.
* Leverage contract lifecycle automation tools to streamline and optimize workflows.
* Navigate intricate legal and business scenarios, formulating executive-level recommendations.
* Safeguard the organization's legal and commercial interests while balancing business objectives and customer satisfaction.
* Proactively identify and mitigate risks, and seize opportunities for optimization within contractual frameworks.
* Resolve unique contractual challenges and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives.
* Foster positive, long-term relationships with partners to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction and create mutual value.
* Communicate complex issues and insights to various stakeholders at all levels, acting as a strategic, solution-oriented communicator.
* Manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-pressure, and dynamic environment.
* Drive high-quality contractual outcomes in a timely and efficient manner, balancing business needs, legal protections, and customer experience.
* Manage complex projects, communicating with impact and influencing decision-making to shape broader business strategy.

**Must-Have Qualifications**

* 6 years of experience in drafting and negotiating commercial sales agreements, with a proven track record in managing complex contracts across diverse industries.
* In-depth knowledge of commercial legal principles, including applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
* Adept with contract analysis, including process-driven compliance to align with internal policies.
* Proven ability to manage multiple, concurrent negotiations, ensuring timely resolution of key issues while maintaining focus on quality.
* Strong drafting skills with the ability to frame, structure, and negotiate complex agreements that balance business needs with legal safeguards.
* Detailed planner with a proven track record for managing multi-year negotiations.
* Exceptional presentation and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner to various stakeholders.
* Cross-functional collaboration experience, successfully driving global contract reviews and facilitating communication across diverse teams.
* High degree of attention to detail and a commitment to meeting deadlines while delivering high-quality work.
* Persuasive negotiation skills, with a focus on fostering positive relationships with both internal and external partners.
* Familiarity with template management, including approval processes and ensuring consistency across contractual documents.
* Project management skills including presenting and delivering on project objectives, timelines, milestones and updates with measurable business benefits to all levels of management.

**Nice-to-Have Qualifications**

* Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) required.
* MBA/Paralegal preferred (JD considered).

**About Aquent Talent**

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

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