Contracts Manager

We're seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of organizational contracts, ensuring compliance, mitigating risk, and supporting operational excellence. This role serves as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and external partners, managing contract administration, tracking obligations, and maintaining centralized records. Reporting to senior finance leadership, the Contracts Manager will play a critical role in supporting organizational growth and continuity.

What You'll Do

Contract Administration

• Draft, review, negotiate, track, and maintain a centralized repository of contracts, including vendor, consultant, service, data-sharing, partnership, and other business agreements.
• Manage internal contract review and approval workflows to ensure compliance with organizational policies and applicable regulations.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, Compliance, and operational leaders to ensure contracts contain appropriate risk management and compliance provisions.
• Monitor contract renewals, expirations, amendments, and extensions, proactively communicating key deadlines.
• Maintain organized contract records and ensure stakeholders have access to relevant documentation and contract terms.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Stay informed of federal, state, and local regulations impacting contractual obligations.
• Monitor contract performance and compliance, identifying potential risks and areas for improvement.
• Support audits, reviews, and risk mitigation initiatives related to contract administration.

Process Improvement & Reporting

• Recommend and implement tools, systems, and workflows that improve contract management efficiency.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures related to contract routing, retention, and compliance tracking.
• Prepare reports on contract status, upcoming milestones, key deadlines, and outstanding obligations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 6+ years of experience in contracts administration, compliance, risk management, or a related function.
• Experience working in highly regulated environments preferred.
• Familiarity with contract compliance standards and risk mitigation best practices.
• Strong understanding of contract terminology, compliance requirements, and risk management principles.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and contract management or tracking systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and with external partners.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare, nonprofit, public sector, or other regulated industries.
• Familiarity with HIPAA, compliance frameworks, or accreditation requirements.
• Bilingual language skills are a plus.