Contracts Manager - Shelton, CT (Hybrid) (Derby)

Job OverviewWe’re Hiring a Contracts Manager!Are you a contracts professional who thrives at the intersection of legal guidance and business impact? We’re looking for someone who can own the full contract lifecycle—from proposal through execution—while partnering closely with internal stakeholders to drive smart, practical outcomes.This position reports to Segment Legal Counsel and will be based in our Shelton CT office and requires the ability to travel up to 10%.A Day In The LifeProvide guidance on commercial products and services agreements, supplier and sourcing contracts, proposals, distribution, and agency agreements.Draft, review, analyze, modify, and negotiate various types of vendor and customer agreements including those related to materials, finished products, and services. Examples include Master Agreements, Purchasing Agreements, Software License Agreements, Professional Services Agreements, Distribution Agreements, Consulting Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements, and the like.Act as primary Legal point of contact for internal clients regarding contract issues and contract interpretation, including providing guidance on commonly requested revisions to non-standard terms, and responding to general contract questions.Assist with the development of processes and practices that standardize and streamline the contracting process including the enterprise-wide contract management system.Support contract management system training, guidance and education of internal clients, business partners, and fellow legal department team members.Assist with various complex and/or sensitive projects, as assigned. Ensure compliance with corporate policies and maintain documentation related to third-party intermediary compliance for assigned businesses.What will help you thrive in this role?LBachelor’s degree required.Minimum of seven (7) to ten (10) years prior in-house experience as a contracts manager or similar role.Self-starter, willing to take initiative and lead projects.Able to work independently within a team environment.Strong analytical skills and ability to balance business needs with legal risks.Excellent oral and written communication skills with particular emphasis on client communication and interaction.Strong negotiation skills.Excellent time-management skills.Effective communicator, with the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients, coworkers, and colleagues.Possess strong organizational and project management skills and the ability to handle high volume and balance competing demands.Good judgment, a high level of professional integrity and the discretion, tact, and ability to maintain confidentiality.Detail oriented.Preferred Qualifications:Prior public company in-house or paralegal experience a plus.Adept at software and systems.A Juris Doctorate would be considered.This is a great opportunity to step into a high-visibility role where your expertise directly enables business success. #LI-HB1I-HB1Hubbell IncorporatedHubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.Hubbell Unified Business Solutions Hubbell Unified Business Services (HUBS) provides corporate shared services to support all businesses across the enterprise. Functional areas include Engineering, Sales, Operations, Marketing, Finance, Legal, IT, Human Resources, Payroll, Environmental Health & Safety, and Compliance. HUBS employees are located around the world.Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.