Contracts Manager, Research & Operations

We're seeking an exceptional Contracts Manager to support commercial and technology transactions. You'll review, draft, and negotiate commercial and procurement contracts to support our cutting-edge AI systems. You'll also build scalable contracting processes and collaborate across Research, Product, Finance, Security, Business Operations, and Procurement teams.

Key responsibilities include:

• Drafting, analysing, negotiating, and completing complex commercial transactions with vendors, including SaaS and IP licensing agreements
• Proposing and developing scalable solutions to improve contracting efficiency
• Collaborating with business units and legal team members to streamline contract management processes, identify potential risks, and drive continuous improvement in contract handling efficiency
• Collaborating with Research, Product, Finance, Security, Business Operations, and Procurement teams to achieve key business objectives and deliver strategic, business-minded, and solutions-focused counsel

Minimum qualifications include:

• Experience operating in a fast-paced technology startup with adaptability and ability to pivot with speed and grace
• Initiative and autonomy in managing complex contractual matters, effectively prioritising competing deadlines
• Understanding of what's important in the context of a contract, the organisation's mission, when to be flexible, and when to draw a hard line
• Excitement to grow with an organisation and help shape the culture of the commercial function

Preferred qualifications include:

• 7+ years of related contract management experience, with at least 3 years of experience supporting technology transactions, vendor engagements, or partnerships
• Proven ability to collaborate across various organisational levels and functions to facilitate efficient contracting processes and execution while building strong relationships
• Substantive knowledge of software agreements, reseller agreements, services agreements, strategic partnerships, and general contract terms

Annual compensation range for this role is $170,000-$220,000 USD.