Contracts Manager | Fort Worth, TX

TTI • Fort Worth, TX

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About The Position

The Contracts Manager reports to the Vice President of Legal & Compliance and independently manages the Contract Review Team within the Legal Department. The role oversees team members, establishes goals, standards, and workflows, handles complex contract reviews and negotiations, and serves as an escalation point for contract activities. The manager leads the contract review and negotiation function, maintains confidentiality and discretion, oversees contract frameworks including FARs/DFARs, and develops and maintains contract templates, playbooks, sample language, policies, procedures, and training documents. The position also oversees contract databases and workflow documentation, participates in company audits, and uses technology and artificial intelligence to improve efficiency while protecting confidential information and handling data appropriately.

The manager ensures the team meets key performance indicators for the volume and quality of contract reviews. For complex matters or escalations, the role drafts, reviews, and negotiates customer contracts, supplier and vendor agreements, statements of work, NDAs, leases, 1099 agreements, and other agreements. The manager advises sales representatives, the Reps & Certs team, and broader FOS teams; participates in negotiations with counterparties as needed; and works with internal stakeholders to substantiate, communicate, and authorize special contract terms.

The position is based in Fort Worth, Texas. Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship are not available. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and qualify as a U.S. Person under ITAR.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar in any U.S. state.
• Five or more years of experience in a law firm handling contract review and negotiation.
• Ability to read, understand, and flag contracts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational and administrative skills, with the ability to multitask.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to type 40 words per minute.
• Proficient computer knowledge in a Microsoft Windows environment.
• Intermediate skills using MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to use artificial intelligence effectively and legally, particularly Microsoft Copilot.
• Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR: a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Admission to the Texas bar.
• Two or more years of prior managerial experience.
• Knowledge of ServiceNow and Asset Management Processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the contract review and negotiation function, including oversight of the Contract Review Team within the Legal Department.
• Oversee team members and establish team goals, standards, and workflows.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling contracts, workflows, and confidential information.
• Oversee contract frameworks, including the FARs/DFARs catalog.
• Create, maintain, and update contract templates and playbooks.
• Provide sample contract language aligned with evolving regulatory requirements.
• Perform and participate in company audits.
• Oversee maintenance of contract databases.
• Document workflows using software-supported workflow management processes.
• Update policies, procedures, and training documents.
• Use technology and artificial intelligence to streamline workflows and improve efficiency while ensuring legal and ethical use, protection of confidential information, and proper data handling.
• Keep abreast of industry trends and developments.
• Ensure the Contract Review Team meets key performance indicators for the number and quality of contract reviews.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex or escalated agreements, including customer contracts, supplier/vendor agreements, SOWs, NDAs, leases, and 1099 agreements.
• Advise sales representatives, the Reps & Certs team, and broader FOS teams on contractual matters.
• Participate directly in negotiations with counterparties as needed.
• Work with internal stakeholders to substantiate, communicate, and authorize special contract terms.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k)/Roth plan with matching.
• Healthcare Savings Accounts.
• Educational assistance (tuition reimbursement).
• Ongoing training and opportunities to participate in professional and personal development programs.
• Philanthropic opportunities supporting communities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree