Senior Contracts Manager

Senior Contracts Manager

Seattle, WA or Remote

Role Purpose

LevelTen Energy's mission is to accelerate the clean energy transition by facilitating frictionless renewable energy transactions. As a leading provider of renewable transaction infrastructure in the US and Europe, we deliver the cloud-based software, centralized supply, automated analytics, and transaction expertise required to power the renewable energy economy. We enable clean energy buyers and sellers to get deals done faster with cutting-edge market intelligence, software, and transaction tools. Since 2016, LevelTen's platform has facilitated over $14.8 billion in clean energy transactions.

Join us on a mission that matters.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Contract Manager to join our growing legal team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing contract review and negotiation of a diverse range of commercial agreements enabling LevelTen's core business, and interface directly with sales, finance, operations, and other non-legal stakeholders in the Company to address issues that arise both during the negotiation process and relating to performance under executed contracts. As we scale our business, you will leverage your experience and creativity to help us scale our contracting and compliance processes. You will report to the Vice President of Legal & Regulatory Affairs and focus on our North American business lines, but will work closely with both our entire US and European-based legal team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced contracts professional who is seeking a diverse portfolio, a collaborative and collegial growth environment, and the chance to contribute meaningfully to the clean energy transition.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Review, negotiate, and manage a diverse portfolio of commercial contracts for LevelTen, including MSAs, subscription agreements, fee agreements, confidentiality agreements, and other common commercial agreements relating to SaaS and professional services
• Ensure contractual provisions comply with legal requirements and company policies
• Identify and mitigate contractual risk and escalate blockers appropriately
• Collaborate cross-functionally with our sales, finance, cybersecurity, and operations teams on relevant contracting issues
• Support the Company's operations and compliance by tracking compliance with contract requirements. Effectively leverage our contract management and other software systems to ensure proper recordkeeping, transparency, and operating efficiency
• Monitor performance of third-party transactions that the Company has facilitated, including power purchase agreements and granular certificate transactions
• Support the legal team on regulatory and compliance activities, including policy documentation, product development support, and internal process improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years of experience (preferably in an in-house corporate environment) in contract negotiation and/or contract management, in legal operations, or as a corporate or transactional paralegal
• Strong understanding of U.S. commercial contracting principles relating to professional services contracts
• Demonstrated experience managing and reviewing a wide variety of commercial agreements independently
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a high-growth environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable working cross-functionally with non-legal stakeholders
• Proficiency with contract lifecycle management tools, Google Workspace, and Microsoft suite

Nice to Have

• Experience with renewable energy and/or commodities transactions
• Prior experience working with SaaS or technology companies
• Advanced degree, PMP, or contract management certification
• Experience using and deploying legal AI effectively

Benefits / Perks

• Full Medical, Vision and Dental coverage
• Wellness Credit
• Flexible vacation policy
• 11 paid company holidays
• 401k

In the Seattle office:

• Casual dress code
• Commuter benefits
• Standing desk options
• Regular company-sponsored events
• Hybrid in-office/work from home schedule

Additional Information

• Preference for candidates based in or willing to relocate to Seattle, WA, but remote candidates with strong qualifications will be considered and are encouraged to apply.
• The estimated base compensation for this position is $105,000 - $120,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications. In addition, this position is eligible for an annual bonus and an equity grant.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without a current or future need for visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LevelTen Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.

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