Senior Contract Administration Specialist

Location: Waltham, Massachusetts, United States; full-time onsite role. Applicants may be required to appear onsite at a company office during the recruitment process.

Salary: $85,600–$149,400 USD per year, plus eligibility for a bonus.

Company

Information and software services company providing structured contract administration operations and related business solutions.

What you will do

• Manage the full contract administration lifecycle from drafting through closure.
• Prepare RFPs, bids, process specifications, test reports, progress reports, and related documentation.
• Analyze contracts and proposals to identify risks, compliance issues, and deviations from specifications.
• Support complex contract negotiations and independently manage amendments.
• Maintain contract records and compliance documentation while tracking performance and deadlines.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and cross-functional teams, and provide guidance to junior team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3+ years of experience in contract administration and contract review.
• Advanced knowledge of contract terms, regulations, compliance requirements, and risk management.
• Strong communication, negotiation, organization, and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Advanced proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Word.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) and FSA/HSA options.
• Commuter benefits and tuition assistance.
• Vacation, sick time, and paid parental leave.
• Interviews are conducted without AI tools or external prompts; in-person interviews may be required.

Hiring process

• Participate in interviews assessing individual skills, experience, and communication style.
• Remove virtual backgrounds and be prepared for in-person interview participation.
• AI-generated responses or third-party assistance during interviews may result in disqualification.