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**Job Requisition ID #**
25WD90134
**25WD90134, Legal Contracts Manager**
_French translation to follow!/Traduction française à suivre!_
**Position Overview**
Autodesk is seeking an experienced legal contract professional to join its dynamic AMER Commercial Legal team. As a Legal Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for drafting, negotiation, interpretation, and administration of contractual documents to support Autodesk sales in North America (NAMER). You will offer practical advice and support to business partners on various legal, commercial, and related matters and may provide contractual support for public sector customers as well.
This position is a hybrid position based in Denver (U.S.), Portland (U.S.), Montreal (Canada), Toronto (Canada), or Vancouver (Canada). You will report to the Legal Manager; AMER Contracts.
**Responsibilities**
+ Provides contractual support for Autodesk's business in North America, with a focus on sales transactions, including single order contracts and master agreements with the potential to support global enterprise agreements
+ Negotiates and ensures compliance with company policies and applicable laws or regulations
+ Maintains an understanding of Autodesk contract templates, contracts policy, legal risk and liability, and company position on multiple matters
+ Works collaboratively with management and internal stakeholders (Revenue Accounting, Finance, Privacy, Compliance, Security, Product, other Legal subject matter experts, etc.) to gain appropriate approvals on varied contractual requirements
+ Helps manage contract templates, contract change control process or other related correspondence requiring legal input
+ Interprets contracts and advises business colleagues on contractual responsibilities
+ Translates complex commercial/legal scenarios into simple language and action plans
+ Coordinates commercial transactions with global sales operations, legal department specialists and other key stakeholders
+ Collaborates with, and helps support, the wider AMER Commercial Legal team on various sales transactions
+ Analytical advisor role that requires understanding of the theories and concepts of a discipline and the ability to apply best practices
+ A common career stabilization point (AKA the "full-contributor" level) for Professional roles
+ Require knowledge and experience such that the incumbent can understand the full range of relevant principles, practices, and practical applications within their discipline
+ Solve complex problems of diverse scope by taking a new perspective on existing solutions and applying knowledge of best practices in practical situations
+ Use data analysis, judgment, and interpretation to select the right course of action
+ Apply creativity in recommending variations in approach
+ "Connect the dots" of assignments to the bigger picture
+ May lead projects or key elements within a broader project
+ May also have accountability for leading and improving on-going processes
+ Build effective relationships with more senior practitioners and peers, and build a network of external peers
+ Work independently, with close guidance given at critical points
+ May begin to act as a mentor or resource for colleagues with less experience
**Minimum Qualifications**
+ 4+ years relevant experience in contract negotiations (legal and business terms) and contract management
+ Experience supporting direct sales and contract negotiation in the software industry, with knowledge of privacy and cloud-based security positions
+ Experience negotiating commercial sales non-disclosure agreements
+ Strong analytical, drafting and negotiation skills (both verbally and written)
+ Ability to be agile and learn a CLM
+ Demonstrate flexibility and the ability to collaborate, as well as influence business partners
+ Ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously, work efficiently under pressure, seek appropriate supervisory input where needed, and consistently meet tight deadlines
+ Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
+ Be flexible and self-directed and be able to work under the supervision of lawyers in a fast-paced demanding environment
+ Have a firm understanding of complex global business organizations
+ Be proactive, eager to learn, well-organized, adaptable, a team player, business-focused, and genuinely excited by the challenges and opportunities the IT/software industry presents
+ A Bachelor's degree in business or legal studies (from an accredited university in the United States or Canada is preferred).
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Higher degree (master's degree or law degree) or certification with a focus on legal studies or a related field preferred (from an accredited U.S. or Canadian university)
+ Advanced understanding of legal issues surrounding privacy and security in the software/IT industry, along with a basic understanding of AI and the complexities surrounding the subject matter
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**25WD90134, Responsable des contrats juridiques**
**Description du poste**
Autodesk recherche un professionnel expérimenté en contrats juridiques pour rejoindre son équipe dynamique AMER Commercial Legal. En tant que responsable des contrats juridiques, vous serez chargé de la rédaction, de la négociation, de l'interprétation et de l'administration des documents contractuels afin de soutenir les ventes d'Autodesk en Amérique du Nord (NAMER). Vous fournirez des conseils pratiques et un soutien aux partenaires commerciaux sur diverses questions juridiques, commerciales et connexes, et pourrez également apporter un soutien contractuel aux clients du secteur public.
Il s'agit d'un poste hybride basé à Denver (États-Unis), Portland (États-Unis), Montréal (Canada), Toronto (Canada) ou Vancouver (Canada). Vous serez rattaché au responsable juridique, contrats AMER.
**Responsabilités**
+ Fournir un soutien contractuel aux activités d'Autodesk en Amérique du Nord, en mettant l'accent sur les transactions commerciales, y compris les contrats de commande unique et les contrats-cadres susceptibles de soutenir des accords d'entreprise mondiaux
+ Négocier et garantir le respect des politiques de l'entreprise et des lois ou réglementations applicables
+ Maintenir une bonne compréhension des modèles de contrats d'Autodesk, de la politique en matière de contrats, des risques juridiques et de la responsabilité, ainsi que de la position de l'entreprise sur de multiples questions
+ Travailler en collaboration avec la direction et les parties prenantes internes (comptabilité des revenus, finances, confidentialité, conformité, sécurité, produits, autres experts juridiques, etc.) afin d'obtenir les autorisations appropriées pour diverses exigences contractuelles
+ Aider à gérer les modèles de contrats, le processus de contrôle des modifications de contrats ou toute autre correspondance nécessitant une expertise juridique
+ Interpréter les contrats et conseiller les collègues sur les responsabilités contractuelles
+ Traduire des scénarios commerciaux/juridiques complexes en un langage simple et en plans d'action
+ Coordonner les transactions commerciales avec les opérations commerciales mondiales, les spécialistes du service juridique et d'autres parties prenantes clés
+ Collaborer avec l'équipe juridique commerciale AMER au sens large et l'aider dans diverses transactions commerciales
+ Rôle de conseiller analytique qui nécessite une compréhension des théories et des concepts d'une discipline et la capacité d'appliquer les meilleures pratiques
+ Un point de stabilisation de carrière courant (également appelé « niveau de contributeur à part entière ») pour les rôles professionnels
+ Nécessite des connaissances et une expérience permettant au titulaire du poste de comprendre l'ensemble des principes, pratiques et applications pratiques pertinents dans sa discipline
+ Résoudre des problèmes complexes de portée diverse en adoptant une nouvelle perspective sur les solutions existantes et en appliquant les connaissances des meilleures pratiques dans des situations concrètes
+ Utiliser l'analyse, le jugement et l'interprétation des données pour sélectionner la bonne ligne de conduite
+ Faire preuve de créativité pour recommander des variations d'approche
+ Relier les différentes tâches à la vision d'ensemble
+ Peut diriger des projets ou des éléments clés d'un projet plus vaste
+ Peut également être responsable de la direction et de l'amélioration des processus en cours
+ Établir des relations efficaces avec des praticiens plus expérimentés et des pairs, et créer un réseau de pairs externes
+ Travailler de manière indépendante, avec un encadrement étroit aux moments critiques
+ Peut commencer à jouer le rôle de mentor ou de ressource pour des collègues moins expérimentés
**Qualifications minimales**
+ Au moins 4 ans d'expérience pertinente dans la négociation de contrats (clauses juridiques et commerciales) et la gestion de contrats
+ Expérience dans le soutien à la vente directe et à la négociation de contrats dans le secteur des logiciels, avec une connaissance des questions de confidentialité et de sécurité dans le cloud
+ Expérience dans la négociation d'accords de non-divulgation commerciaux
+ Solides compétences en matière d'analyse, de rédaction et de négociation (à l'oral comme à l'écrit)
+ Capacité à faire preuve d'agilité et à apprendre un CLM
+ Faire preuve de flexibilité et de capacité à collaborer, ainsi qu'à influencer les partenaires commerciaux
+ Capacité à gérer simultanément plusieurs priorités concurrentes, à travailler efficacement sous pression, à solliciter l'avis de ses supérieurs hiérarchiques si nécessaire et à respecter systématiquement des délais serrés
+ Solides compétences organisationnelles et souci du détail
+ Être flexible et autonome, et capable de travailler sous la supervision d'avocats dans un environnement exigeant et en constante évolution
+ Avoir une bonne compréhension des organisations commerciales mondiales complexes
+ Être proactif, désireux d'apprendre, bien organisé, adaptable, avoir l'esprit d'équipe, être orienté vers les affaires et véritablement enthousiasmé par les défis et les opportunités que présente le secteur des technologies de l'information et des logiciels
+ Un baccalauréat en commerce ou en droit (d'une université accréditée aux États-Unis ou au Canada est préférable).
**Qualifications souhaitées**
+ Diplôme supérieur (maîtrise ou diplôme en droit) ou certification axée sur les études juridiques ou un domaine connexe (délivré par une université américaine ou canadienne accréditée)
+ Compréhension approfondie des questions juridiques liées à la confidentialité et à la sécurité dans le secteur des logiciels/TI, ainsi qu'une compréhension de base de l'IA et des complexités liées à ce sujet
**Learn More**
**About Autodesk**
Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software - from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.
We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk - it's at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.
When you're an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!
**Salary transparency**
Salary is one part of Autodesk's competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $81,300 and $40,250. Offers are based on the candidate's experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Salary is one part of Autodesk's competitive compensation package. For Canada-BC based roles, we expect a starting base salary between 69,000 and 101,200. Offers are based on the candidate's experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.
**Diversity & Belonging**
We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: you an existing contractor or consultant with Autodesk?**
Please search for open jobs and apply internally (not on this external site).

**Job Requisition ID #**
25WD90134
**25WD90134, Legal Contracts Manager**
_French translation to follow!/Traduction française à suivre!_
**Position Overview**
Autodesk is seeking an experienced legal contract professional to join its dynamic AMER Commercial Legal team. As a Legal Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for drafting, negotiation, interpretation, and administration of contractual documents to support Autodesk sales in North America (NAMER). You will offer practical advice and support to business partners on various legal, commercial, and related matters and may provide contractual support for public sector customers as well.
This position is a hybrid position based in Denver (U.S.), Portland (U.S.), Montreal (Canada), Toronto (Canada), or Vancouver (Canada). You will report to the Legal Manager; AMER Contracts.
**Responsibilities**
+ Provides contractual support for Autodesk's business in North America, with a focus on sales transactions, including single order contracts and master agreements with the potential to support global enterprise agreements
+ Negotiates and ensures compliance with company policies and applicable laws or regulations
+ Maintains an understanding of Autodesk contract templates, contracts policy, legal risk and liability, and company position on multiple matters
+ Works collaboratively with management and internal stakeholders (Revenue Accounting, Finance, Privacy, Compliance, Security, Product, other Legal subject matter experts, etc.) to gain appropriate approvals on varied contractual requirements
+ Helps manage contract templates, contract change control process or other related correspondence requiring legal input
+ Interprets contracts and advises business colleagues on contractual responsibilities
+ Translates complex commercial/legal scenarios into simple language and action plans
+ Coordinates commercial transactions with global sales operations, legal department specialists and other key stakeholders
+ Collaborates with, and helps support, the wider AMER Commercial Legal team on various sales transactions
+ Analytical advisor role that requires understanding of the theories and concepts of a discipline and the ability to apply best practices
+ A common career stabilization point (AKA the "full-contributor" level) for Professional roles
+ Require knowledge and experience such that the incumbent can understand the full range of relevant principles, practices, and practical applications within their discipline
+ Solve complex problems of diverse scope by taking a new perspective on existing solutions and applying knowledge of best practices in practical situations
+ Use data analysis, judgment, and interpretation to select the right course of action
+ Apply creativity in recommending variations in approach
+ "Connect the dots" of assignments to the bigger picture
+ May lead projects or key elements within a broader project
+ May also have accountability for leading and improving on-going processes
+ Build effective relationships with more senior practitioners and peers, and build a network of external peers
+ Work independently, with close guidance given at critical points
+ May begin to act as a mentor or resource for colleagues with less experience
**Minimum Qualifications**
+ 4+ years relevant experience in contract negotiations (legal and business terms) and contract management
+ Experience supporting direct sales and contract negotiation in the software industry, with knowledge of privacy and cloud-based security positions
+ Experience negotiating commercial sales non-disclosure agreements
+ Strong analytical, drafting and negotiation skills (both verbally and written)
+ Ability to be agile and learn a CLM
+ Demonstrate flexibility and the ability to collaborate, as well as influence business partners
+ Ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously, work efficiently under pressure, seek appropriate supervisory input where needed, and consistently meet tight deadlines
+ Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
+ Be flexible and self-directed and be able to work under the supervision of lawyers in a fast-paced demanding environment
+ Have a firm understanding of complex global business organizations
+ Be proactive, eager to learn, well-organized, adaptable, a team player, business-focused, and genuinely excited by the challenges and opportunities the IT/software industry presents
+ A Bachelor's degree in business or legal studies (from an accredited university in the United States or Canada is preferred).
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Higher degree (master's degree or law degree) or certification with a focus on legal studies or a related field preferred (from an accredited U.S. or Canadian university)
+ Advanced understanding of legal issues surrounding privacy and security in the software/IT industry, along with a basic understanding of AI and the complexities surrounding the subject matter
___
**25WD90134, Responsable des contrats juridiques**
**Description du poste**
Autodesk recherche un professionnel expérimenté en contrats juridiques pour rejoindre son équipe dynamique AMER Commercial Legal. En tant que responsable des contrats juridiques, vous serez chargé de la rédaction, de la négociation, de l'interprétation et de l'administration des documents contractuels afin de soutenir les ventes d'Autodesk en Amérique du Nord (NAMER). Vous fournirez des conseils pratiques et un soutien aux partenaires commerciaux sur diverses questions juridiques, commerciales et connexes, et pourrez également apporter un soutien contractuel aux clients du secteur public.
Il s'agit d'un poste hybride basé à Denver (États-Unis), Portland (États-Unis), Montréal (Canada), Toronto (Canada) ou Vancouver (Canada). Vous serez rattaché au responsable juridique, contrats AMER.
**Responsabilités**
+ Fournir un soutien contractuel aux activités d'Autodesk en Amérique du Nord, en mettant l'accent sur les transactions commerciales, y compris les contrats de commande unique et les contrats-cadres susceptibles de soutenir des accords d'entreprise mondiaux
+ Négocier et garantir le respect des politiques de l'entreprise et des lois ou réglementations applicables
+ Maintenir une bonne compréhension des modèles de contrats d'Autodesk, de la politique en matière de contrats, des risques juridiques et de la responsabilité, ainsi que de la position de l'entreprise sur de multiples questions
+ Travailler en collaboration avec la direction et les parties prenantes internes (comptabilité des revenus, finances, confidentialité, conformité, sécurité, produits, autres experts juridiques, etc.) afin d'obtenir les autorisations appropriées pour diverses exigences contractuelles
+ Aider à gérer les modèles de contrats, le processus de contrôle des modifications de contrats ou toute autre correspondance nécessitant une expertise juridique
+ Interpréter les contrats et conseiller les collègues sur les responsabilités contractuelles
+ Traduire des scénarios commerciaux/juridiques complexes en un langage simple et en plans d'action
+ Coordonner les transactions commerciales avec les opérations commerciales mondiales, les spécialistes du service juridique et d'autres parties prenantes clés
+ Collaborer avec l'équipe juridique commerciale AMER au sens large et l'aider dans diverses transactions commerciales
+ Rôle de conseiller analytique qui nécessite une compréhension des théories et des concepts d'une discipline et la capacité d'appliquer les meilleures pratiques
+ Un point de stabilisation de carrière courant (également appelé « niveau de contributeur à part entière ») pour les rôles professionnels
+ Nécessite des connaissances et une expérience permettant au titulaire du poste de comprendre l'ensemble des principes, pratiques et applications pratiques pertinents dans sa discipline
+ Résoudre des problèmes complexes de portée diverse en adoptant une nouvelle perspective sur les solutions existantes et en appliquant les connaissances des meilleures pratiques dans des situations concrètes
+ Utiliser l'analyse, le jugement et l'interprétation des données pour sélectionner la bonne ligne de conduite
+ Faire preuve de créativité pour recommander des variations d'approche
+ Relier les différentes tâches à la vision d'ensemble
+ Peut diriger des projets ou des éléments clés d'un projet plus vaste
+ Peut également être responsable de la direction et de l'amélioration des processus en cours
+ Établir des relations efficaces avec des praticiens plus expérimentés et des pairs, et créer un réseau de pairs externes
+ Travailler de manière indépendante, avec un encadrement étroit aux moments critiques
+ Peut commencer à jouer le rôle de mentor ou de ressource pour des collègues moins expérimentés
**Qualifications minimales**
+ Au moins 4 ans d'expérience pertinente dans la négociation de contrats (clauses juridiques et commerciales) et la gestion de contrats
+ Expérience dans le soutien à la vente directe et à la négociation de contrats dans le secteur des logiciels, avec une connaissance des questions de confidentialité et de sécurité dans le cloud
+ Expérience dans la négociation d'accords de non-divulgation commerciaux
+ Solides compétences en matière d'analyse, de rédaction et de négociation (à l'oral comme à l'écrit)
+ Capacité à faire preuve d'agilité et à apprendre un CLM
+ Faire preuve de flexibilité et de capacité à collaborer, ainsi qu'à influencer les partenaires commerciaux
+ Capacité à gérer simultanément plusieurs priorités concurrentes, à travailler efficacement sous pression, à solliciter l'avis de ses supérieurs hiérarchiques si nécessaire et à respecter systématiquement des délais serrés
+ Solides compétences organisationnelles et souci du détail
+ Être flexible et autonome, et capable de travailler sous la supervision d'avocats dans un environnement exigeant et en constante évolution
+ Avoir une bonne compréhension des organisations commerciales mondiales complexes
+ Être proactif, désireux d'apprendre, bien organisé, adaptable, avoir l'esprit d'équipe, être orienté vers les affaires et véritablement enthousiasmé par les défis et les opportunités que présente le secteur des technologies de l'information et des logiciels
+ Un baccalauréat en commerce ou en droit (d'une université accréditée aux États-Unis ou au Canada est préférable).
**Qualifications souhaitées**
+ Diplôme supérieur (maîtrise ou diplôme en droit) ou certification axée sur les études juridiques ou un domaine connexe (délivré par une université américaine ou canadienne accréditée)
+ Compréhension approfondie des questions juridiques liées à la confidentialité et à la sécurité dans le secteur des logiciels/TI, ainsi qu'une compréhension de base de l'IA et des complexités liées à ce sujet
**Learn More**
**About Autodesk**
Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software - from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.
We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk - it's at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.
When you're an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!
**Salary transparency**
Salary is one part of Autodesk's competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $81,300 and $40,250. Offers are based on the candidate's experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Salary is one part of Autodesk's competitive compensation package. For Canada-BC based roles, we expect a starting base salary between 69,000 and 101,200. Offers are based on the candidate's experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.
**Diversity & Belonging**
We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: you an existing contractor or consultant with Autodesk?**
Please search for open jobs and apply internally (not on this external site).

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Evette is seeking a highly driven, results-oriented and detailed Legal Contracts Administrator to lead our Compliance Department, reporting to the VP of Human Resources.

Job Summary:

This role will lead the company’s legal and regulatory functions through a strong paralegal lens. This critical role will oversee the full lifecycle of all contracts—including employee, client, contractor, service and vendor agreements—while managing the onboarding and offboarding of Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVMs), credentialing, compliance auditing, and cross-functional project management. The Director will ensure that all operational and legal processes are executed accurately, efficiently, and in full compliance with state and federal regulations.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Contract Management (Paralegal-Focused)

• Draft, review, and manage a variety of contracts, including DVM employee and independent contractor agreements, service provider contracts, and vendor agreements.

• erve as the internal subject matter expert for contract terms, obligations, and risk mitigation strategies.

• T ack contract expirations, renewals, and compliance triggers using a contract management system.

• C ordinate contract execution, document control, and legal file management.

• L aise with outside counsel for complex contract negotiations or legal matters.

DVM Onboarding & Offboarding Oversight

• L ad and optimize the DVM onboarding/offboarding process, ensuring proper documentation, credentialing, insurance verification, and contract compliance.

• E sure all onboarding tasks are completed in accordance with legal and licensing requirements across multiple states.

• M nage digital file maintenance and checklist tracking for compliance documentation.

Credentialing & Regulatory Compliance

• O ersee all aspects of DVM credentialing, including license verification, DEA registration, insurance, and state-specific requirements.

• M intain a credentialing database and ensure all records are up to date and audit ready.

• M nitor changes in regulatory requirements affecting veterinary staffing and implement updates to internal processes accordingly.

Auditing, Analysis & Reporting

• C nduct regular audits of contracts, credentialing files, and compliance documents to ensure accuracy and mitigate risk.

• G nerate reports and insights based on data analysis related to DVM lifecycle, contract KPIs, and compliance health.

• R commend and implement process improvements based on audit findings.

Project & Team Management

• L ad or support cross-functional projects focused on legal compliance, contract optimization, credentialing automation, and DVM experience improvement.

• M nage timelines, communications, and deliverables related to compliance initiatives.

• C llaborate with HR, Operations, and Sales to ensure alignment of legal, staffing, and service delivery goals.

• O her duties assigned

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• St ong understanding of employment law, independent contractor agreements, and regulatory frameworks in healthcare or veterinary services.

• E perience managing credentialing and onboarding processes.

• E cellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and follow-through.

• P oficient in Microsoft Office Suite, CLM tools, and credentialing databases.

Education and Experience:

• B chelor’s degree required; Paralegal certificate or degree required

• 5-7 years of experience in contract management, compliance, or legal operations, ideally in healthcare or staffing.

• P ior experience in veterinary staffing or human healthcare staffing industry.

• F miliarity with Paycom and Symplr, CTM, Excel, database software.

• E perience working in a high-growth or startup environment.

• S rong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and external partners.

Work Environment:

• F exible work hours but may require travel depending on the location of the veterinary practices being consulted.

• I office and hybrid schedule, per the guidelines of the company 

Physical Requirements: 

• Pro onged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• M st be able to lift 10-15 pounds at times.

• M st be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities. 

**Note: Candidates with prior experience in reviewing contracts for clinical trials strongly encouraged to apply.**
At Houston Methodist, the Senior Legal Contracts Manager position is responsible for coordinating and managing high-profile legal projects of considerable complexity for the Department of Legal Services, with a focus on review, drafting, negotiation, and execution of Clinical Trial Agreement ("CTA," which may also include other types of agreements related to clinical research, including but not limited to, Sponsored Research Agreements and Collaboration Agreements). This position takes the lead in assisting the attorneys in the Department of Legal Services with contract review for CTA agreements for the Houston Methodist Research Institute, as well as other projects initiated by the attorneys. The Senior Legal Contracts Manager position is responsible for coordinating, managing, and completing contract review processes with minimal supervision, as well as communicating professionally and persuasively verbally and in writing to internal and external stakeholders. This position manages a complex portfolio of contract documents and is responsible for both organizing the work related to the Senior Legal Contract Manager's assigned internal research clients and for communicating status of CTAs and coordinating the resolution of issues related to CTA negotiations. This position also engages in independent direct and skilled negotiations of the contract language. The Senior Legal Contracts Manager position provides legal document review, drafting, negotiation, and analysis to the attorneys in the Department of Legal Services as well as internal clients; identifies legal and regulatory issues for the attorneys; and makes recommendations on how to proceed to enable clinical research and mitigate organizational risks.
**PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Establishes and maintains clear and concise communication with internal clients, external third parties, co-workers, the attorneys, and Houston Methodist senior leadership. Facilitates communication, managing stakeholder(s) expectations.
+ Executes contract management requests from senior leadership and Houston Methodist departments. Serves as an effective liaison between multiple client groups and stakeholders across various levels of management.
+ Works creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment fostering teamwork, innovation and excellence. Actively leads the legal contract review process for identified contracts and manages the life-cycle of each document.
+ Establishes and maintains clear and concise communication and status tracking with internal clients, external third parties, co-workers, the attorneys, and Houston Methodist senior leadership regarding CTAs for Senior Legal Contract Manager's assigned internal research clients. Facilitates communication, managing stakeholder(s) expectations.
+ Executes CTA requests from Senior Legal Contract Manager's assigned internal research clients and Houston Methodist departments. Serves as an effective liaison between multiple client groups and stakeholders across various levels of management.
+ Works creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment fostering teamwork, innovation and excellence. Actively leads the CTA review process for identified contracts and manages the life-cycle of each CTA.
**SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Develops and manages a portfolio of legal contracts, effectively tracking and communicating progress and delivering timely project outputs.
+ Works in collaboration with the attorneys in the Department of Legal Services to drive CTA review to successful outcomes, including by identifying needs, making assessments, and problem solving.
+ Works with leadership across multiple departments to support finalization of CTAs.
+ Coordinates discussions among Houston Methodist parties and manages CTAs to ensure they are compliant with Houston Methodist and Department of Legal Services policies and practices, and are complete and accurate, and meet the business needs of the parties.
**QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Identifies legal, regulatory and operational issues in CTA review for discussion with the Department of Legal Services attorneys.
+ Works to ensure timely execution of project deliverables. Tracks the status and coordinates deadlines of all projects, identifying potential barriers to project progression and suggesting possible solutions/resolutions.
**FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Utilizes efficient and cost-effective work practices with department resources and supplies; provides recommendations to reduce expenses. Completes timely and accurate expense reports as determined by leadership, as applicable.
**GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
+ Conducts accurate legal research and analysis and presents for review and approval to the Department of Legal Services attorneys.
+ Represents Houston Methodist with third parties during CTA negotiations.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
**EDUCATION**
+ Juris Doctorate Degree
**WORK EXPERIENCE**
+ Five years of experience in managing complex legal document review, creation and analysis OR 2+ years of experience with negotiating CTAs on behalf of life sciences manufacturers, contract research organizations or academic medical centers
**LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED**
+ N/A
**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES**
+ Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
+ Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job
+ Ability to effectively communicate with physicians, co-workers, and executives in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
+ Strong communication skills. Ability to communicate with senior leadership
+ Ability to establish and maintain positive attorney, project team member and internal relationships
+ Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
+ Intermediate word-processing skills
+ Strong project and time management skills
+ Experience processing large quantities of file material and quickly discerning key issues and plans for resolution for applicable supervising attorneys
+ Adaptable - flexible in handling change, able to juggle multiple high priority demands, able to adapt to new situations with innovative ideas or approaches. Can maintain focus on goals and easily adjust to how they are achieved
+ Professional handling of exposure to confidential/sensitive information
**SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS**
**WORK ATTIRE**
+ Uniform No
+ Scrubs No
+ Business professional Yes
+ Other (department approved) No
**ON-CALL***
_*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below._
+ On Call* No
**TRAVEL***
_**Travel specifications may vary by department**_
+ May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
+ May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
**Company Profile:**
Houston Methodist is one of the nation's leading health systems and academic medical centers. Houston Methodist consists of eight hospitals: Houston Methodist Hospital, its flagship academic hospital in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, and seven community hospitals throughout the greater Houston area. Houston Methodist also includes an academic institute, a comprehensive residency program, a global business division, numerous physician practices and several free-standing emergency rooms and outpatient facilities. Overall, Houston Methodist employs more than 27,000 employees and is supported by a wide variety of business functions that operate at the system level to help enable clinical departments to provide high quality patient care.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ABOUT UNILEVER

With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people - we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.

At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our, collaborative, and flexible working environment. Our organizational ambition centres around creating workplaces that foster equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging across all aspects of our business. We don't believe in the 'one size fits all' approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.

JOB PURPOSE

The Legal Specialist will be a valued member of the North American Legal Group and assist the corporate attorneys within the Unilever Legal Team (including the General Counsel) with several areas of focus, including: legal entity management, corporate governance, treasury transactions, tax and finance transactions, contract review and negotiation, and other corporate and commercial transactions.

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

• Draft, file and manage various business entity documents for corporations, LLCs and partnerships with state agencies, including drafting and preparing formation documents, board minutes, actions by consent, name changes, etc.

• Maintain and update Corporate Records and Minute Books

• Prepare and execute Statutory Registrations and Filings

• Fulfill Corporate Secretarial requirements

• Review and negotiate form contracts such as non-disclosure agreements, service agreements and statements of work

• Support Global Treasury & Tax functions in various financing transactions

• Collaborate with cross functional teams on external and internal reporting requirements, routine and operational matters as well as special projects

• Communicate with internal stakeholders regarding risks presented by contract terms and possible strategies to mitigate such risks

• Act as the primary point of contact between the Legal Department and internal stakeholders

• Organize records and file materials utilizing various electronic document management systems

• Effectively and independently solve problems with critical thinking skills, using discretion and good judgement

What You'll Need To Succeed

• Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate

• A minimum of 5 years of corporate paralegal experience

• Excellent organization skills, ability to manage multiple priorities, and time management skills

• Proficiency in Excel, MS Suite programs and related software packages

• Be a team player with a strong work ethic

What We Can Offer You

Unilever at a Glance | Working at Unilever | Powering our Purpose | Planet & Society | Unilever's Brands | Unilever on LinkedIn | Strategy | Unilever | Diversity, Equity & Inclusion | Careers at Unilever | Benefits, Learning, & Wellbeing | Latest News About Unilever #WC123

Leadership

• You are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others - both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.

• As an individual you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work. You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need. You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.

Pay: The pay range for this position is $86,080 to $129,120 . Unilever takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.

Bonus: This position is bonus eligible.

Benefits: Unilever employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Unilever is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

For more information about your Federal rights, please see Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal and Pay Transparency Non discrimination Provision.

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check and DMV check.

If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at . Please note: This email is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses. The Protected Veterans or Individuals with Disabilities AAP narratives are available for inspection by any employee or applicant for employment Monday through Friday during normal business hours at establishment.

At Unilever, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive/succeed. All applicants will receive fair and respectful consideration, and we actively support the growth and development of every employee.

Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities.

For more information on your federal rights, please see Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal ( .

If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at Please note: This email is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses.

Job Category: Legal

Job Type: Full time

Industry:

ABOUT UNILEVER
With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people - we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.
At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our, collaborative, and flexible working environment. Our organizational ambition centres around creating workplaces that foster equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging across all aspects of our business. We don't believe in the 'one size fits all' approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.
JOB PURPOSE
The Legal Specialist will be a valued member of the North American Legal Group and assist the corporate attorneys within the Unilever Legal Team (including the General Counsel) with several areas of focus, including: legal entity management, corporate governance, treasury transactions, tax and finance transactions, contract review and negotiation, and other corporate and commercial transactions.
WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE
+ Draft, file and manage various business entity documents for corporations, LLCs and partnerships with state agencies, including drafting and preparing formation documents, board minutes, actions by consent, name changes, etc.
+ Maintain and update Corporate Records and Minute Books
+ Prepare and execute Statutory Registrations and Filings
+ Fulfill Corporate Secretarial requirements
+ Review and negotiate form contracts such as non-disclosure agreements, service agreements and statements of work
+ Support Global Treasury & Tax functions in various financing transactions
+ Collaborate with cross functional teams on external and internal reporting requirements, routine and operational matters as well as special projects
+ Communicate with internal stakeholders regarding risks presented by contract terms and possible strategies to mitigate such risks
+ Act as the primary point of contact between the Legal Department and internal stakeholders
+ Organize records and file materials utilizing various electronic document management systems
+ Effectively and independently solve problems with critical thinking skills, using discretion and good judgement
What You'll Need To Succeed
+ Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate
+ A minimum of 5 years of corporate paralegal experience
+ Excellent organization skills, ability to manage multiple priorities, and time management skills
+ Proficiency in Excel, MS Suite programs and related software packages
+ Be a team player with a strong work ethic
What We Can Offer You
Unilever at a Glance | Working at Unilever | Powering our Purpose | Planet & Society | Unilever's Brands | Unilever on LinkedIn | Strategy | Unilever | Diversity, Equity & Inclusion | Careers at Unilever | Benefits, Learning, & Wellbeing | Latest News About Unilever #WC123
Leadership
+ You are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others - both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.
+ As an individual you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work. You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need. You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.
Pay: The pay range for this position is $86,080 to $129,120 . Unilever takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.
Bonus: This position is bonus eligible.
Benefits: Unilever employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
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Unilever is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
For more information about your Federal rights, please see Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal and Pay Transparency Non discrimination Provision.
Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check and DMV check.
If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at . Please note: This email is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses. The Protected Veterans or Individuals with Disabilities AAP narratives are available for inspection by any employee or applicant for employment Monday through Friday during normal business hours at establishment.
At Unilever, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive/succeed. All applicants will receive fair and respectful consideration, and we actively support the growth and development of every employee.
Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities.
For more information on your federal rights, please see Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal ( .
If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at Please note: This email is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses.
Job Category: Legal
Job Type: Full time
Industry:

Make a meaningful difference to patients around the world. Our Legal team works to protect our patients, team members, and innovations with the utmost diligence and care. You'll have the opportunity to work with a dedicated team and build lasting partnerships with stakeholders across our global organization. Your legal knowledge and contributions will help us ensure that we are supporting the needs and interests of the patients we serve.
This role can either be a hybrid or on-site position.
**How you'll make an impact:**
The Legal Analyst, Contracts will support enterprise-wide contracting, collaborating with many shared services and business units within Edwards, and implementing contract processes and related contracts management software applications (e.g., contract lifecycle management ("CLM") systems).
+ Support shared services and various business unit contracts requests, managing contract workflow from contract initiation through execution.
+ Support shared services and various business units with the initiation, review, redlining, and negotiation of a broad range of transactional contracts, as needed, including, but not limited to, confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), master service agreements (MSAs) and related statements of work (SOWs), agreements with Healthcare Professionals, various types of external funding agreements, and other agreement types as may arise from time to time, based upon contract playbooks and/or feedback from legal and business subject matter experts.
+ Coordinate legal review in conjunction with functional contract advisor leads (e.g., corporate counsel, procurement/sourcing, compliance, risk management, information security, etc.).
+ Develop strong business relationships with key stakeholders and implement creative solutions with the focus on simplifying existing processes.
+ Analyze contract terms and conditions, determine the need for contract amendments or renewals; evaluate prior terms and conditions and make recommendations and/or negotiate changes within guidelines.
+ Participate in key Legal and CoE meetings, as well as required workshops and trainings to drive overall compliance with Edwards policies and procedures as it relates to contracting.
+ Performs other duties and responsibilities as needed, requested, and/or assigned.
**What you'll need (required):**
+ Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of experience in contracts management OR
+ American Bar Association (ABA) Paralegal certification and 5 years of experience in contracts management
**What else we look for (preferred):**
+ Paralegal or Contracts management Certification or at least 1 year of working in an in-house legal department.
+ A strong understanding of processes and procedures and related CLM systems relevant to the subject matter of contracting, legal operations, and contracts management.
+ A minimum of three (3) years of experience in the areas of contract lifecycle management, legal operations, or other enterprise system implementations
+ Experience with systems and tools as it relates to legal
+ Background in the medical device, pharmaceutical, or related healthcare industry.
+ Familiarity with healthcare regulations (e.g., Sunshine Act) related to contract arrangements with Health Care Providers (HCPs).
+ Excellent independent problem-solving, analytical, investigative, and critical thinking skills.
+ Excellent organizational and computer skills, with strong proficiency in the MS Office Suite, including Word and Excel.
+ Ability to work under pressure, handle multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize projects and tasks appropriately, and meet deadlines.
+ Strict attention to detail with excellent facilitation skills.
+ Ability to be a team player and a trusted business partner.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
+ Experience working in complex, matrixed, and global business environment.
+ Ability to adapt to new technologies and a rapidly changing business environment.
Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.
For California, the base pay range for this position is $72,000 to $102,000 (highly experienced). The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.
Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
**COVID Vaccination Requirement**
Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.

Make a meaningful difference to patients around the world. Our Legal team works to protect our patients, team members, and innovations with the utmost diligence and care. You'll have the opportunity to work with a dedicated team and build lasting partnerships with stakeholders across our global organization. Your legal knowledge and contributions will help us ensure that we are supporting the needs and interests of the patients we serve.
This role can either be a hybrid or on-site position.
**How you'll make an impact:**
The Legal Analyst, Contracts will support enterprise-wide contracting, collaborating with many shared services and business units within Edwards, and implementing contract processes and related contracts management software applications (e.g., contract lifecycle management ("CLM") systems).
+ Support shared services and various business unit contracts requests, managing contract workflow from contract initiation through execution.
+ Support shared services and various business units with the initiation, review, redlining, and negotiation of a broad range of transactional contracts, as needed, including, but not limited to, confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), master service agreements (MSAs) and related statements of work (SOWs), agreements with Healthcare Professionals, various types of external funding agreements, and other agreement types as may arise from time to time, based upon contract playbooks and/or feedback from legal and business subject matter experts.
+ Coordinate legal review in conjunction with functional contract advisor leads (e.g., corporate counsel, procurement/sourcing, compliance, risk management, information security, etc.).
+ Develop strong business relationships with key stakeholders and implement creative solutions with the focus on simplifying existing processes.
+ Analyze contract terms and conditions, determine the need for contract amendments or renewals; evaluate prior terms and conditions and make recommendations and/or negotiate changes within guidelines.
+ Participate in key Legal and CoE meetings, as well as required workshops and trainings to drive overall compliance with Edwards policies and procedures as it relates to contracting.
+ Performs other duties and responsibilities as needed, requested, and/or assigned.
**What you'll need (required):**
+ Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of experience in contracts management OR
+ American Bar Association (ABA) Paralegal certification and 5 years of experience in contracts management
**What else we look for (preferred):**
+ Paralegal or Contracts management Certification or at least 1 year of working in an in-house legal department.
+ A strong understanding of processes and procedures and related CLM systems relevant to the subject matter of contracting, legal operations, and contracts management.
+ A minimum of three (3) years of experience in the areas of contract lifecycle management, legal operations, or other enterprise system implementations
+ Experience with systems and tools as it relates to legal
+ Background in the medical device, pharmaceutical, or related healthcare industry strongly preferred.
+ Strong demonstrated experience working with healthcare regulations (e.g., Sunshine Act) related to contract arrangements with Health Care Providers (HCPs).
+ Excellent independent problem-solving, analytical, investigative, and critical thinking skills.
+ Excellent organizational and computer skills, with strong proficiency in the MS Office Suite, including Word and Excel.
+ Ability to work under pressure, handle multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize projects and tasks appropriately, and meet deadlines.
+ Strict attention to detail with excellent facilitation skills.
+ Ability to be a team player and a trusted business partner.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
+ Experience working in complex, matrixed, and global business environment.
+ Ability to adapt to new technologies and a rapidly changing business environment.
Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.
For California, the base pay range for this position is $72,000 to $102,000 (highly experienced). The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.
Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
**COVID Vaccination Requirement**
Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.

Many structural heart patients suffer from heart failure with limited options. Our Implantable Heart Failure Management (IHFM) team is at the forefront of addressing these unmet patient needs through pioneering technology that enables early, targeted therapeutic intervention. Our innovative solutions are not just transforming patient care but also creating a unique and exciting environment for our team members. It's our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.

Make a meaningful difference to patients around the world. Our Legal team works to protect our patients, team members, and innovations with the utmost diligence and care. You'll have the opportunity to work with a dedicated team and build lasting partnerships with stakeholders across our global organization. Your legal knowledge and contributions will help us ensure that we are supporting the needs and interests of the patients we serve.

Edwards Lifesciences ("Edwards") is seeking an experienced legal contracts professional who is looking to join a dynamic and fast-paced in-house legal department to support the future of growth of Edwards and one of its newest business units, Implantable Heart Failure Management ("IHFM"), formerly Endotronix, Inc.

The IHFM Senior Legal Analyst, Contracts will report into the Edwards Global Law Department and will collaborate closely with the Contracts Management Center of Excellence (CoE), but will be physically located in Naperville, IL, within the IHFM business unit.

This is an on-site position (on-site minimally 4 days per week).

How you'll make an impact:

• Support the IHFM business unit, in coordination with other members the Contracts Management CoE, by managing contract workflow from contract initiation and negotiation through execution.

• Support the IHFM business unit with the initiation, review, redlining, and negotiation of a broad range of transactional contracts, as needed, including, but not limited to, clinical trial agreements (CTAs) and related statements of work (SOWs), master service agreements (MSAs) and related SOWs, agreements with Healthcare Professionals, investigator-initiated study (IIS) agreements and other external funding agreements, and confidentiality or non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). Coordinate legal review in conjunction with functional contract advisor leads (e.g., corporate counsel, procurement/sourcing, compliance, risk management, information security, etc.) utilizing contract playbooks established by the Legal commercial contracting team and/or feedback from subject matter experts.

• Work with the company's existing contract lifecycle management (CLM) system and contract processes and participate, as needed and requested, in the implementation of new CLM technology and related processes.

• Collaborate closely with other members of Edwards's Contract Management CoE function and will work to improve enterprise contracting processes and support overall operational effectiveness.

• Responsible for learning and understanding the IHFM business unit's (formerly Endotronix, Inc.'s) products, business model, strategy, etc. to develop a deep understanding of the IHFM business unit and its contracting needs.

• Support the development of key contracts management metrics and perform analytics, as needed or requested.

• Develop strong business relationships with key stakeholders and implement creative solutions with the focus on simplifying existing contracting processes.

• Collaborate with key subject matter experts to receive and provide guidance on contract terms and conditions while also identifying risks and communicating with key stakeholders.

• Analyze contract terms and conditions, determine the need for contract amendments or renewals; evaluate prior terms and conditions and make recommendations and/or negotiate changes within guidelines.

• Understand the vendor on-boarding and due diligence processes for new counterparties (e.g., obtaining W-9 and required paperwork, opening and managing purchases orders, etc.) as these processes relate to the contracting process and guide key stakeholders as to the correct processes, as needed.

• Participate in key IHFM, Legal and CoE meetings, as well as required workshops and training to drive overall compliance with Edwards policies and procedures as it relates to contracting.

• Assist Legal and CoE with managing playbooks, templates, processes and clause libraries.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed, requested, and/or assigned.

What you'll need (required):

• Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of experience in contracts management OR

• American Bar Association (ABA) Paralegal certification with 7 years of experience in contracts management AND

• Experience with systems and tools as it relates to legal.

What else we look for (preferred):

• Paralegal or Contracts management Certification or J.D. background or at least 2 years of working in an in-house legal department.

• At least 3-5 years of experience in the areas of contract lifecycle management, legal operations, or other enterprise system implementations.

• Familiarity with healthcare regulations (e.g., Sunshine Act) related to contract arrangements with Health Care Providers.

• Background in the medical device, pharmaceutical, or related healthcare industry

• A strong understanding of contracts procedures and processes and related CLM systems relevant to the subject matter of contracting, legal operations, and contracts management.

• A strong working knowledge of all legal aspects of contracting and the ability to understand contract language and quickly identify and communicate any risks or liabilities to relevant stakeholders.

• Excellent independent problem-solving, analytical, investigative, and critical thinking skills.

• Excellent organizational and computer skills, with proficiency in the MS Office Suite, including Excel.

• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize projects and tasks appropriately.

• Ability to take initiative and work under minimal supervision.

• Ability to meet deadlines.

• Strict attention to detail.

• Excellent facilitation and presentation skills.

• Ability to be a team player and a trusted business partner.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience working in a fast-paced, complex, matrixed, and global business environment.

• Ability to adapt to new technologies and a rapidly changing business environment.

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For Illinois, the base pay range for this position is $90,000 to $127,000 (highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.