Contracts Administration Team Lead

Shell•Houston, TX

4d•$95,000 - $143,000

About The Position

The Contracts Administration Team Lead is responsible for overseeing the creation, execution, and management of commercial contracts that support organizational goals. This role ensures that all agreements are legally sound, compliant with company policies, and aligned with business objectives. This role partners closely with the Sales, Legal, Contract Advisors, Finance, and Operations teams to minimize risk, optimize business outcomes, and support revenue growth.

Requirements

Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Law, Finance, or related field
At least 5 years of experience in contract management, commercial negotiations, or a similar role
Strong understanding of legal terminology and contract structure
Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship building skills
High attention to detail and strong organizational capability
Ability to work cross functionally in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Experience in technology, SaaS, telecommunications, or enterprise sales environments is preferred
Familiarity with CLM (Contract Lifecycle Management) systems is preferred
Paralegal certification or advanced legal training is preferred

Responsibilities

Contract Development & Negotiation Draft and review a wide range of commercial agreements, including MSAs, TCs and amendments Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and align contract terms accordingly Ensure contract language is clear, consistent, and reflects company priorities
Contract Management & Compliance Manage the full contract lifecycle Ensure contract accuracy prior to execution Maintain an organized repository of all agreements and track key terms, obligations, and expiration dates Monitor compliance with contractual obligations and follow up with internal/external parties as needed Improve and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and standards.
Cross-Functional Collaboration Manage team of 6 full-time staff Partner with Sales teams during deal cycles to accelerate contract turnaround and support revenue enablement Work closely with internal Legal Counsel to understand and manage contractual updates Provide contract training to internal teams and serve as a subject matter expert on contract processes
Process Optimization Streamline contract workflows to increase speed and consistency Implement contract management tools, systems, and best practices Track KPIs (cycle time, volume, risk trends) and prepare reporting for leadership

Benefits

The base salary range for this position is $95,000 - $143,000 per year.
As pay will be based on various factors, such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, seniority, and internal equity.
For regular full-time or regular part-time employees of the Company (participating companies as listed in the Summary Plan Description), insurance coverage options include medical, dental, vision coverage, life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs.
Employees also participate in a company pension plan and a 401(k) plan.
Paid leave includes up to 6 weeks of paid vacation time, up to 11 paid holidays, and parental leave offering 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents, and 8 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents.
Additionally, employees are eligible for short-term disability leave for up to 26 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay as well as Long-Term Disability insurance.
Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses, and some roles are eligible for discretionary long-term incentives.
For interns, eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs; participation in a 401(k) plan; and paid leave for up to 11 paid holidays.
Additional information on Shell’s US benefit programs can be found at https://www.shell.us/careers/about-careers-at-shell/rewards-and-benefits.html.
Benefit from flexible working hours, and the possibility of remote/mobile working
Perform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performance related salary increase – our pay and benefits packages are considered to be among the best in the world.
Take advantage of paid parental leave, including for non-birthing parents
Join an organization working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world.
Gain access to a wide range of training and development programs