Contracts Associate

Macmillan • ,

18h • $60,000 - $65,000 • Remote

About The Position

We’re seeking a detail oriented and self-motivated Contracts Associate to join our team supporting the following Macmillan imprints: St. Martin’s Publishing Group, Tor Publishing Group, Flatiron Books, Celadon Books, Henry Holt & Company, and Macmillan Audio. The Contracts Associate will draft and negotiate a high volume of contracts and a variety of associated documents for trade books; enter and maintain contract data and contract archives; route documents for signature in DocuSign; request contract signature payments; track and interpret agreements; and perform research projects as needed.

Requirements

• Experience drafting and negotiating trade book publishing agreements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a diplomatic approach
• A proactive, flexible mindset and a knack for creative problem-solving
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage high volumes of work across multiple priorities simultaneously
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and G-Suite
• Familiarity with electronic signature tools such as DocuSign and publishing data entry systems
• Background in book publishing, with exposure to business and legal issues
• 2-4 years of experience in book publishing contracts
• No college degree required

Nice To Haves

• in-house experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Draft a variety of book acquisition agreements and related documents (e.g., author contracts, contract amendments, reversions, terminations)
• Negotiate agreements to signature with authors and their representatives, collaborating in-house with editors, legal counsel, royalties staff, and business managers
• Manage signature and payment processing in DocuSign
• Enter key contract information into Biblio database
• Track contract status and archive signed agreements
• Interpret contract details (rights, territories, author approvals)
• Provide general department support and handle special projects as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed