Contract Specialist

Essential Job Functions

• Draft, review, edit, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements to ensure compliance with legal standards and organizational policies
• Escalate contract issues and non-standard terms where necessary in accordance with Sevita’s established processes and policies
• Collaborate with various stakeholders, including outside counsel when necessary
• Manage lifecycle of contracts from initial request to full execution
• Monitor contract compliance throughout the lifecycle
• Aid in managing Sevita’s Contracts Management System
• Provide advice related to contract matters to operations and corporate departments, including members of senior leadership and the Executive team
• Identify contract process enhancements
• Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned

Minimum Knowledge And Skills Required For The Job

• Strong understanding of contract law and legal terminology
• Strong negotiation skills
• Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with business clients in a collaborative environment to achieve business objectives
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong reading comprehension and the ability to produce clear, professional documentation
• Ability to communicate effectively with all internal constituents from employees to senior management, as well as external organizations including outside counsel
• Strong analytical and advocacy skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Must be able to handle company confidential information and data requiring the highest degree of attention to preserve confidentiality