Governance Administrator

CAI•,

9d•$80,000 - $95,000•Remote

About The Position

CAI is seeking an organized and detail-oriented corporate Governance Administrator with experience in contract reviews, research, and analysis to join its Governance, Risk & Compliance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and coordinating the review and negotiation process for a range of contracts including Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs) and Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and for providing legal support to ensure adherence to company policies and applicable laws. The ideal candidate will have experience in governance and compliance within a corporation that provides IT services to commercial and public entities. This position will be full-time and remote. "This position does not offer employment sponsorship. All candidates must be eligible to work without need for sponsorship by employer."

Requirements

Associate degree in paralegal studies or a related field
Minimum of 3 years of experience in contract review and negotiations, particularly with RFPs, MSAs, SOWs, and NDAs
Previous experience related to corporate governance and compliance
Proficiency using legal research tools and contract management software
Some writing experience to go along with the contract research and analysis
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Paralegal certification from an ABA-approved program
Knowledge of privacy laws, intellectual property rights, corporate governance, and IT-specific regulatory compliance is beneficial

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contract documents, including RFPs, MSAs, SOWs, NDAs, terms and conditions, and other legal documents in support of the company’s business operations
Meet deadlines and prepare documents according to established guidelines
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including sales, finance, and operations, to gather information needed to successfully complete contract reviews
Conduct legal research and analysis related to contract law, governance, and compliance
Identify legal risks and provide guidance on mitigation strategies
Maintain an organized filing system for all contract-related documents, both electronically and in paper form when necessary
Assist with the development of contract templates and standard clauses to streamline the contract review and response processes
Liaise with counsel as required
Provide training to team members on contract processes, governance, and compliance matters
Stay up to date with changes in laws and regulations that may affect contracts, governance, and the company’s operations in the IT sector