Senior Contracts Manager - Cognisight

This position is being posted as a courtesy on behalf of Cognisight. Applications are not monitored by Rochester Regional Health. All applications will be reviewed and processed directly by Cognisight. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams to advance business objectives while effectively managing contractual and operational risk. Cognisight seeks a candidate with strong experience in contract drafting and negotiation, contract lifecycle management, RFP processes, vendor oversight, compliance, and risk assessment, along with the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will bring excellent written and verbal communication skills, build strong working relationships across the organization, and partner regularly with senior leadership on strategic initiatives, projects, and daily workflow management. Job Type: Full-time Days; Monday – Friday Work Remotely: Yes Responsibilities: · Draft, revise and/or review all non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), proposals, master service agreements (MSAs), statements of work (SOWs), request for proposal/information (RFP/RFI/etc.) and all other contractual documents for all lines of business in Cognisight · Plan and deliver on time all RFP & RFI submissions, proposals, SOWs, NDA, MSA etc. · Ensure contracts are in compliance with laws and organizational policies; analyze and mitigate risk · Prepare contracts and statements of work that meet the financial and professional goals of Cognisight · Develop and implement Cognisight’s contract administration related policies and procedures and implement measures to ensure company-wide compliance with established policies and procedures · Interpret and explain contractual terms and implications to internal departments · Assist with the negotiation of client, vendor, and corporate contracts along with the Cognisight leadership team · Ensure all Client and Vendor agreements match the Cognisight terms and conditions · Develop and maintain Cognisight company responses in contract repository for on-going new requests and RFP/RFI responses · Support operational workflows with initiative and a proactive approach to delivering best-in-class solutions for current and prospective clients as part of the Cognisight leadership team · Support content development, copywriting, and editing for company proposals, and prepare polished final submissions · Manage CRM inputs and sales prospect follow-ups in Monday.com with robust reporting/status and action plans · Serve as a member of the Cognisight leadership team and contribute to business advancement projects beyond core contracting responsibilities Qualifications: · Minimum of 3 years demonstrated experience in responding to proposals and contracting in a client-facing role · Healthcare/Health Plan or Medicare/ACA background strongly preferred · Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal experience preferred · Complete understanding and application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards of contract administration · Knowledgeable in legal and ethical rules and local, state, and federal regulations regarding contracts · Ability to draft contract clauses independently or with legal support that accurately address key commercial issues · Proficiency in Microsoft Office · CRM experience strongly preferred · Notary preferred · Excellent interpersonal, leadership, negotiation, and project management skills · High degree of professionalism and sensitivity to confidential and non-public information · Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple priorities and delivering high-quality work with efficiency and precision · Demonstrates initiative, sound decision-making, self-motivation, and the ability to develop effective solutions · Exercise sound judgement with strong written and verbal communication skills · Collaborative team player who builds cross-organizational relationships and contributes to broader team projects beyond core contracting responsibilities EDUCATION: LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: S - Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations. PAY RANGE: $88,000.00 - $145,000.00 CITY: Rochester POSTAL CODE: 14617 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.