Legal Assistant - Contracts

At Home•Coppell, TX

About The Position

The Legal Assistant - Contracts will play a critical role in supporting the Legal Department by drafting, reviewing, and managing a wide range of contracts that support our retail operations. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams—including Merchandising, Procurement, IT, Marketing, Real Estate, and Finance—to ensure business needs are met while protecting the company’s legal and financial interests. The Contracts Specialist will serve as a key resource for contract negotiations, risk assessment, and contract lifecycle management.

Requirements

3–5 years contracts experience, ideally within a corporate legal, procurement, or retail environment.
Strong knowledge of contract law principles and risk management best practices.
Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to a fast-paced retail environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal certificate preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with contract lifecycle management (CLM) tools a plus.

Responsibilities

Contract Drafting & Review
Draft, review, and edit a variety of contracts, including vendor agreements, supply chain contracts, marketing agreements, SaaS/technology licenses, leases, and service agreements.
Ensure contracts align with company policies, mitigate legal risks, and reflect negotiated business terms.
Negotiation Support
Partner with business stakeholders to support contract negotiations with vendors and service providers.
Escalate complex legal issues to attorneys as appropriate.
Develop and maintain fallback language and negotiation playbooks to streamline contracting.
Risk Management & Compliance
Identify and flag contractual risks related to indemnification, liability, termination rights, data privacy, and regulatory compliance.
Ensure adherence to corporate contracting policies and internal approval processes.
Provide guidance to business partners on standard contract terms and risk implications.
Contract Lifecycle Management
Manage contract workflows, including intake, approvals, signatures, renewals, and expirations.
Maintain and update contract templates and process documentation.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Serve as a liaison between the Legal Department and business teams to align contract terms with operational needs.
Translate legal concepts into clear, business-friendly guidance.
Deliver training and education on contracting processes and policies.