Contracts Specialist

United States, Pennsylvania, Newtown Square The Contracts Specialist is responsible for reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and managing a broad range of contracts that support the organization's business operations. Working closely with attorneys and business stakeholders, this role facilitates the contract lifecycle from intake through execution while ensuring timely reviews, accurate documentation, and adherence to established legal processes. As a power user of PMI's Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platform, the Contracts Specialist champions standardized contracting processes, supports users through established workflows, provides first‑level troubleshooting, and helps ensure agreements progress efficiently from request through execution. What you'll bring to the role Draft, negotiate, red‑line, finalize and manage various commercial contracts from across the organization, including master services agreements, non‑disclosure agreements, licenses, cooperation agreements, and more. Handle the contract review process from initial request through contract execution. Must have knowledge of key commercial contract components such as indemnity, insurance, limitations of liability, consequential damages, warranty, risk of loss, delivery and acceptance, force majeure, and payment provisions. Work in close collaboration with business teams to ensure timely review and execution of contracts. Provide guidance to PMI employees regarding contract workflows, standard language, clauses to include in contracts, and support around timing for contract reviews to meet business needs. Participate on inter‑departmental project teams as the Legal Department representative and contracts subject matter expert, ensuring that relevant contractual issues are considered and resolved, and that new initiatives receive appropriate contractual commitments. Resolve internal contract‑related issues that may impact the organization's ability to meet commitments to external stakeholders. Engage and obtain the approval of the Director of Legal Services or General Counsel in cases where compromise is required. Perform contract administration activities necessary to support the efficient operation of the contracting function, including document preparation, workflow coordination, and maintenance of contract records. Identify opportunities to improve contract processes and user experience and collaborate with Legal Operations on implementation of approved improvements. Ensure accurate and timely updating of records of documents and agreements related to contracts and ongoing contract activities. Demonstrated knowledge and skill in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts; experience in the not‑for‑profit sector is a plus. Solid experience and skills using Microsoft Office applications. Advanced Microsoft Word skills required. Experience using a Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platform to support commercial contracting workflows is required. Experience with Icertis and Jira is strongly preferred. Strong analytical and problem‑solving ability. Ability to identify potential contract language‑related issues, develop solutions, and communicate rationale for language changes effectively. Sound understanding of contract law. Ability to interpret and apply policy and established standards consistently. Self‑starter with the ability to independently conduct assigned work with minimal supervision; willingness to work without administrative support. Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. Excellent command of the English language. Ability to accurately proof‑read documents. Highly developed organization skills and attention to detail, ensuring that all required items and data are complete or discrepancies are identified for follow‑up. Travel up to 5% Role Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Business, Communications, or another relevant field. Paralegal certification and experience desirable. Law firm or in‑house legal department experience required. Minimum of three years' experience in contract review and development work; five or more years of contract review and contract management experience desirable. Demonstrated successful experience with high‑quality, high‑volume contract processing. Benefits We value and nurture an environment of inclusivity and diversity, and a culture of communication and collaboration. Your health, safety and well‑being come first, and we believe you should have time for your work, but also time for you. An excellent total package, with compensation and benefits based upon your geographic location. Skill development opportunities to help you grow now and into the future. Access to a global network to enrich your professional experience. Flexible options to help balance work time and your personal time. Award and bonus opportunities. The salary offer will be based on several factors, including the candidate's demonstrated skills, qualifications, and relevant experience. Project Management Institute, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr