Senior Contracts Manager (Legal)

TL;DR

Senior Contracts Manager (Legal): Managing the end-to-end lifecycle of clinical trial and vendor agreements with an accent on complex budget negotiations and regulatory compliance. Focus on establishing contracting processes, resolving high-stakes issues with study teams, and ensuring timely execution of legal deliverables in a fast-paced environment.

Location: Remote (United States)

Salary: $110,700–$166,100 USD

Company

A global organization providing specialized services to the life sciences and healthcare industries.

What you will do

• Review, draft, and negotiate master services agreements, site contracts, and vendor agreements.
• Lead complex budget negotiations and resolve issues with internal and external stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain standardized processes for site contract management.
• Track contract metrics, expirations, and obligations to ensure adherence to timelines.
• Provide guidance to business teams on the operational implications of contract terms.
• Mentor new staff and serve as a subject matter expert for contracting standards.

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating clinical trial agreements and budgets.
• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, healthcare, or legal discipline.
• Proven experience leading interactions with study teams and institutional stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple time-sensitive matters.
• Proficiency in MS Office and contract database management.
• Must be based in the United States to fulfill role requirements.

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree in law or business administration.
• Experience with Kick-Off Meetings (KOM) and Bid Defense Meetings (BDM).
• Background in setting up contracting plans and negotiation guides.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance, life insurance, and disability benefits.
• Retirement savings benefits and parental leave.
• Discretionary annual bonus eligibility.
• Paid time off for vacation and sick leave.
• Supportive virtual work environment with a focus on professional development.