Contract Administrator

The Contract Administrator provides contract administration, legal operations, and compliance support to the Legal Department. This role independently reviews, drafts, negotiates, and administers routine agreements; maintains legal and contract records; supports corporate governance and compliance initiatives; and coordinates contract-related processes across the organization. The position requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.Responsibilities:Review, draft, negotiate, and administer non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and other routine commercial and legal agreements within established approval guidelines.Prepare, revise, proofread, and format legal documents for attorney review and final execution.Maintain and administer contract lifecycle management systems, legal records, and contract databases, including customer contracts, vendor agreements, employment agreements, and leases.Track contract renewals, amendments, expirations, and other key contractual obligations to ensure timely action and compliance.Review certificates of insurance (COIs), endorsements, and related documentation to support risk mitigation efforts.Complete customer representations, certifications, and related compliance documentation.Support government contracting activities, including review of contract requirements, representations and certifications, subcontract documentation, and related compliance obligations.Support corporate governance activities and assist with merger and acquisition due diligence projects.Respond to subpoenas and other legal requests for production of records.Assist attorneys with collections, claims management, and related legal matters.Verify international business partners against U.S. government sanctions lists and other compliance requirements.Provide administrative support and complete special projects as assigned.Required Experience and Skills:Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies, Business Administration, Paralegal Studies, Public Administration, or a related field required.3-5 years of relevant legal, contracts, paralegal, corporate administrative, or government contracting experience.Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating routine contracts and legal agreements.Experience tracking contract renewals, amendments, expirations, and other contractual obligations throughout the contract lifecycle.Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment with limited supervision.Ability to identify contract risks, recognize non-standard terms, and escalate issues appropriately for legal review.Working knowledge of contract administration principles, legal terminology, and contract documentation processes.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.Experience using SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems, and document management systems.Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.Georgia Notary Certification preferred or ability to obtain certification within six (6) months of hire.Additional requirements:Ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, attorneys, customers, and vendors.Ability to prioritize workload and adapt to changing business needs.Commitment to maintaining accurate records and supporting legal compliance initiatives.Familiarity with legal documentation, contract administration processes, and corporate records management.Experience with legal, contract, or document management databases preferred.Familiarity with legal technology platforms, contract lifecycle management systems, and AI-enabled productivity tools preferred.Experience supporting government contracts, including review of contract terms, compliance requirements, representations and certifications, or subcontract documentation preferred.Familiarity with government contracting regulations and compliance requirements, including federal, state, or local contracting environments preferred.Familiarity with corporate governance and corporate legal department operations preferred.Work Conditions:Hybrid work environment with a combination of office-based and remote work.Work requires prolonged computer use, document review, and management of multiple concurrent projects.Occasional additional hours may be required to meet business or legal deadlines. #J-18808-Ljbffr