Contracts Specialist

iManage • Chicago, IL

6d • $87,000 - $130,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We offer a flexible working policy that supports a healthy balance between personal and professional well-being. This role requires in-office presence on Tuesdays & Thursdays to collaborate, connect, and learn from peers - while also maintaining the flexibility for meaningful work-life balance. Being a Contracts Specialist at iManage Means… You will gain a front-row seat into how iManage’s document management technology is transforming the legal industry, allowing organizations to work smarter, faster, and securely in the age of AI. The Contracts Specialist role is an ideal fit for a driven, detail-oriented individual who wants to join a high-performing legal team sitting at the intersection of law, business, and technology. As a key player in our legal operations function, you will apply your contracting operations skills in an environment that values innovation and collaboration. iM Responsible For… Partnering with cross-functional teams (Procurement, Finance, Sales) to drive efficient contract workflows and support business needs. Supporting the full lifecycle of commercial contracts (primarily NDAs and vendor / partner / sales contracts) from intake through execution and renewal. Optimizing our Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platform, Ironclad, to help our contracting processes scale. Maintaining contract templates and related documentation. Creating systems for tracking contract status, key dates, obligations, and more. Recommending and implementing process improvements, automation, and best practices to streamline contracting operations. iM Qualified Because I Have… A minimum of two years in-house legal experience, ideally supporting the Legal or Procurement team at a SaaS or technology company. A Bachelor’s degree. Hands-on experience with a CLM system (Ironclad preferred) and e-signature tools. Experience developing or refining playbooks, templates, or process documentation. Basic familiarity with drafting or tailoring contract language (e.g., NDAs or amendments) using playbooks. Clear, confident communication and a collaborative mindset. Interest in how technology can elevate the work of legal professionals. Bonus Points If I Have... Experience using iManage. Experience using Asana or similar work management tools. Familiarity with other legal tools / technology. Don't meet every qualification listed above? Studies show that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all qualifications. At iManage, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment, and encourage everyone to show up as their full authentic selves. We welcome those that come with a growth mindset and a hunger for learning; so, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification we encourage you to apply anyways! iM Getting To… Join a rapidly evolving, industry-leading SaaS company on an exciting journey of growth and scalability! Take on meaningful, high-impact challenges by leveraging cutting-edge technologies and best-in-class protocols to drive innovation. Own my career path with our internal development framework. Ask us more about this! Expand my skill set and earn certifications with unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses and interactive Microsoft courses & training. Be part of a supportive and experienced team within a dynamic, inclusive, and encouraging culture. Enjoy flexible work hours that empower me to balance personal time with professional commitments. Collaborate in a modern, open-plan workspace featuring a gaming area, free snacks and drinks, and regular social events. iManage Is Supporting Me By... Creating an inclusive environment where I can help shape the culture not just by fitting in, but by adding to it. Providing a market competitive salary that is applied through a consistent process, equitable for all our employees, and regularly reviewed based on industry data. Rewarding me with an annual performance-based bonus. Offering comprehensive Health/Vision/Dental/Life Insurance, and a 401k Retirement Savings Plan with a company match up to 4%. Granting enhanced leave for expecting parents; 20 weeks 100% paid for primary leave, and 10 weeks 100% paid for secondary leave. Providing me with a flexible time off policy to take the time off that I need. Be it for vacation, volunteering, celebrating holidays, spending time with family, or simply taking time to recharge and reset. Having multiple company wellness days each year to prioritize mental health and well-being. Providing access to RethinkCare, a global behavioral health platform that enhances personal well-being, strengthens professional resilience, and empowers parental success through expert-led training and resources.

Requirements

• A minimum of two years in-house legal experience, ideally supporting the Legal or Procurement team at a SaaS or technology company.
• A Bachelor’s degree.
• Hands-on experience with a CLM system (Ironclad preferred) and e-signature tools.
• Experience developing or refining playbooks, templates, or process documentation.
• Basic familiarity with drafting or tailoring contract language (e.g., NDAs or amendments) using playbooks.
• Clear, confident communication and a collaborative mindset.
• Interest in how technology can elevate the work of legal professionals.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using iManage.
• Experience using Asana or similar work management tools.
• Familiarity with other legal tools / technology.

Responsibilities

• Partnering with cross-functional teams (Procurement, Finance, Sales) to drive efficient contract workflows and support business needs.
• Supporting the full lifecycle of commercial contracts (primarily NDAs and vendor / partner / sales contracts) from intake through execution and renewal.
• Optimizing our Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platform, Ironclad, to help our contracting processes scale.
• Maintaining contract templates and related documentation.
• Creating systems for tracking contract status, key dates, obligations, and more.
• Recommending and implementing process improvements, automation, and best practices to streamline contracting operations.

Benefits

• Providing a market competitive salary that is applied through a consistent process, equitable for all our employees, and regularly reviewed based on industry data.
• Rewarding me with an annual performance-based bonus.
• Offering comprehensive Health/Vision/Dental/Life Insurance, and a 401k Retirement Savings Plan with a company match up to 4%.
• Granting enhanced leave for expecting parents; 20 weeks 100% paid for primary leave, and 10 weeks 100% paid for secondary leave.
• Providing me with a flexible time off policy to take the time off that I need. Be it for vacation, volunteering, celebrating holidays, spending time with family, or simply taking time to recharge and reset.
• Having multiple company wellness days each year to prioritize mental health and well-being.
• Providing access to RethinkCare, a global behavioral health platform that enhances personal well-being, strengthens professional resilience, and empowers parental success through expert-led training and resources.
• Enjoy flexible work hours that empower me to balance personal time with professional commitments.
• Collaborate in a modern, open-plan workspace featuring a gaming area, free snacks and drinks, and regular social events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees