Senior Paralegal/ Senior Contract Specialist

Reward Gateway, together with Edenred, is a global market leader in benefits and employee engagement. We help our clients and their leaders transform the employee experience that attracts, engages and retains top talent through employee benefits, strategic reward and recognition, well‑being, and much more. With our shared missions of ‘Making the World a Better Place to Work’ and ‘Enriching Connections, For Good’, you’ll be contributing to improving employee engagement and building better, stronger and more resilient organisations to improve people’s daily lives. Our shared mission guides our every action and charts a sustainable path to a better future. We have a highly talented team who live up to our shared values, bringing to life an entrepreneurial spirit. We love to push the boundaries but importantly show respect in how we go about our work. Our speak‑up and be‑human culture is at the heart of what it is to work with us, and we encourage everyone to bring innovation and imagination to the work they do. Your Role in our Mission Our mission is to make the world a better place to work, and to achieve this mission we need to ensure our contracts with a variety of owners are accurate and won’t cause an issue in the long term. This role will coordinate and manage the legal affairs of the U.S. business unit. You will operate with a high degree of independence, judgment, and ownership, serving as a trusted partner to internal business teams. This will include negotiating contracts and managing compliance matters applicable to the U.S. business unit. Your approach is pragmatic and collaborative. Key Responsibilities Providing general legal and compliance support across the U.S. business, and assisting Head of Legal if required Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and finalizing commercial agreements using approved templates (e.g., NDAs, SaaS, consulting, vendor and supplier agreements) with minimal supervision Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of U.S. commercial contracts; including NDAs, MSAs, SoWs, sales, partner/referral, SaaS/PaaS/technology agreements, licensing contracts, retail and supplier agreements, in addition to other corporate documents relevant to the U.S. Instructing and managing outside counsel as and when required Managing litigations and IP matters (with the support from global RGER Legal team and external counsel) Managing corporate legal databases and contract management systems; maintain accurate digital contract files and ensure version control Providing assistance regarding data privacy and compliance matters with the support of internal and external subject matter experts Assisting the bid teams with U.S. RFPs, security and privacy audits and questionnaires, and other similar documentation from external partners/customers Implementing legal, compliance, and risk management best practices across the U.S. business region Working with the RGER global legal team to identify areas of improvement and drive efficiency into the contracting process with internal and external stakeholders Identifying legal and business risk areas in third‑party terms and proposing practical, business‑aligned solutions and fallback positions Managing and continuously improving contracting tools, processes, and controls, including contract lifecycle management systems, deadline tracking, and version control Serving as primary point of contact for routine commercial contracting inquiries; exercising judgment on when to elevate matters to legal counsel Coordinating contract intake, triage, and workflow management through contract management systems Tracking key contract terms, renewal dates, and obligations; preparing contract summaries and supporting documentation for internal stakeholders Skills Paralegal certification (CP or equivalent) or relevant training Bachelor’s degree in legal studies, business, or a related field with a minimum of 6 years of experience as a paralegal or contract specialist supporting commercial and corporate transactions, gained in a law firm and/or in‑house environment; OR relevant paralegal certification with a minimum of 8 years of experience Experience supporting in‑house legal departments (if law firm background) Background in SaaS, technology, or fast‑paced commercial environment Familiarity with data privacy principles (GDPR, CCPA) Technical understanding and proficiency in reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements Experience with the laws of Massachusetts together with an understanding of other major U.S. state laws Experience of handling data privacy issues in the context of commercial transactions Experience managing compliance issues within an in‑house tech business The ability to manage tight deadlines and multiple complex projects simultaneously Excellent written, oral, listening, and organizational skills with proven ability to interact effectively with varied internal audiences Ability to take on new challenges and work independently, with a “can‑do” attitude, in a very fast‑paced and constantly evolving business environment Experience with contract management software (e.g., Ironclad, DocuSign CLM, Agiloft, Concord, Coupa, or similar platforms) Proficiency in reviewing and redlining contracts using Microsoft Word or similar tools Strong relationship‑building skills with a practical, business‑focused approach to problem‑solving and stakeholder support Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced, global, cross‑functional environment while delivering high‑quality, timely outcomes Intellectual curiosity and commitment to staying informed on relevant laws, regulations, and industry guidance impacting commercial contracts and operations The Interview Process Telephone call with a member of the Talent Acquisition Team First‑stage interview with Head of Legal A practical assessment interview with Head of Legal At Reward Gateway | Edenred, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you have any specific requirements or need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment journey, please let your Talent Acquisition Partner know. Your needs are important to us, and we want to ensure an equitable experience for every candidate. Be comfortable. Be you. We want all our employees to feel comfortable bringing their passion, creativity and individuality to work. We value all cultures, backgrounds and experiences, as we truly believe that diversity drives innovation. Express yourself, join our community and help us Make the World a Better Place to Work! We hire BETTER. Find out more about Reward Gateway’s approach to benefits, equality, talent, technology, empathy and what you’ll get in return for joining our mission at rg.co/lifeatrg . #J-18808-Ljbffr Rewardgateway