Contracts Manager (SaaS)

TL;DR

Contracts Manager (SaaS): Owning the operational engine for commercial deals, from intake and template management through execution with an accent on CLM administration and process optimization. Focus on managing Ironclad workflows, building scalable contract playbooks, and coordinating cross-functionally with Legal, Sales, and Finance teams.

Location: Onsite in Austin, Texas (5 days a week)

Salary: $100,000 – $140,000 base + equity

Company

The world’s leading API platform used by millions of developers to build the API-first world.

What you will do

• Administer the Ironclad CLM platform, including system configuration, workflow design, and ongoing optimization.
• Manage contract records, metadata, and reporting to provide leadership with visibility into cycle times and bottlenecks.
• Support commercial deal flow by preparing and routing routine agreements (NDAs, order forms) and coordinating signature workflows.
• Create and maintain commercial contract templates, clause libraries, and negotiation playbooks.
• Collaborate daily with Deal Operations, Finance, and Sales to resolve execution issues and ensure accurate contract flow.
• Develop internal documentation, process guides, and training materials to enable GTM team self-service.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of experience in contract management or legal operations at a technology company.
• Hands-on experience with Ironclad administration, specifically in workflow design and template building.
• Strong understanding of the commercial contract lifecycle within a B2B SaaS environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage high volumes of contracts with speed and precision.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
• Must be based in Austin, Texas, and work onsite 5 days a week.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with Salesforce CPQ tools and their integration with CLM workflows.
• Experience deploying or evaluating AI features within CLM platforms.
• Paralegal certificate or legal operations certification (CLOC or equivalent).
• Exposure to complex enterprise SaaS deal structures (multi-year, channel, or reseller agreements).

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage and wellness reimbursement.
• Flexible PTO and a monthly lunch stipend.
• Inclusive culture emphasizing in-person collaboration and shared knowledge.
• Donation-matching program and frequent team-building events.