Senior Commercial Contracts Manager (U.S. Remote)

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About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Contracts Manager to support a leading organization in the educational publishing and digital learning industry. The role leads end-to-end management of complex commercial contracts involving digital and print educational products and services, including developing contract strategies, negotiating commercial agreements, mitigating contractual risks, and supporting business growth. It calls for strong commercial judgment and negotiation expertise, along with knowledge of licensing, intellectual property, and U.S. regulatory requirements. The position is remote within the United States, with availability required during Central or Eastern Time core business hours.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Law, or a related field.
At least 10 years of professional contract management experience, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements.
Extensive experience managing complex sales, licensing, distribution, rental, Statement of Work, confidentiality, and technology-related agreements.
Strong understanding of commercial contract construction, licensing provisions, and intellectual property rights.
Working knowledge of U.S. federal and state data privacy regulations.
Excellent contract negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders and communicate effectively at different organizational levels.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex contractual matters clearly.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel for contract drafting, review, analysis, and tracking.
Proficiency in using generative AI tools effectively and responsibly for contract-related activities.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
Must reside in the United States and be available during Central or Eastern Time core business hours.

Nice To Haves

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
Experience in educational publishing, digital learning, SaaS, technology licensing, or related industries.
Familiarity with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) platforms.
Experience negotiating agreements involving digital products, content licensing, or intellectual property.
Experience supporting complex commercial proposals, RFPs, or RFIs.

Responsibilities

Manage the complete contract lifecycle, including drafting, review, negotiation, execution, amendments, renewals, and termination.
Lead negotiations for sales, licensing, rental, distribution, and other complex commercial agreements.
Prepare and revise commercial agreements, Statements of Work (SOWs), confidentiality agreements, amendments, and related contractual documents.
Identify contractual, financial, legal, and operational risks and recommend commercially appropriate mitigation strategies.
Partner with Sales, Legal, Finance, business leaders, and other stakeholders to align contractual terms with business objectives.
Review and negotiate provisions concerning intellectual property rights, licensing restrictions, and commercial usage.
Support compliance with applicable U.S. federal and state data privacy regulations and internal company policies.
Provide contractual terms, conditions, and responses for commercial proposals and customer requests, including RFPs and RFIs.
Interpret contractual obligations, advise stakeholders on contract-related questions, and support resolution of contractual issues.
Identify opportunities to streamline contract workflows, improve turnaround times, strengthen risk management, and increase operational efficiency.
Leverage generative AI tools effectively and responsibly for contract review, drafting, research, analysis, and process optimization.