Senior Paralegal/Contracts Manager

Alliance•Louisville, KY

2d•$80,000

About The Position

Alliance is a fast-growing, multi-service organization with a strong focus on delivering operational excellence including an expanding presence in the environmental services sector. Our Legal team plays a critical role in enabling business growth while safeguarding interests of the enterprise, and we are seeking a Senior Paralegal / Contract Manager to join our team. This opportunity is an exciting opportunity to take that next step in your career with amenities such as, overtime availability, PTO, and great benefits that kick in the month after you start. We are looking to start this position at $80,000 annually or more based on experience. The Role The ideal candidate will bring hands-on expertise in leveraging technology to optimize day-to-day operations. You will bring your experience to improve current processes including the selection, implementation, and administration of a CLM system. You will be the contract lead for the entire CLM process. As a leader you will resolve urgent issues and strengthen our contracting processes. This position also involves being part of the hands-on review and negotiation of a high volume of contracts, including direct counterparty negotiations, as needed, to facilitate successful business outcomes. This role is ideal for a highly motivated and experienced senior paralegal with contract management experience or a senior level contract manager. This opportunity calls for strong organizational and analytical abilities, along with the agility and drive to excel in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.

Requirements

College degree or equivalent work experience
Executive level knowledge of contract management
Minimum 5 years’ experience in drafting and negotiating contracts in a commercial environment
Strong communication skills
Experience with contract management solutions (CLMs), including implementation, maintenance, and optimization
Strong business judgment, risk assessment skills, and ability to balance speed with risk management
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and contract lifecycle management tools

Nice To Haves

CPCM, CCCM, PACE, PCCE or similar certification is a plus

Responsibilities

Practical use of AI tools to accelerate and manage work
Manage and administer the complete lifecycle of Alliance’s contracts
Contract types include Sales/Purchase MSAs/project specific, NDAs, SaaS, EULA, SLAs, Licensing, Recruitment, Consulting, Partnership, Government, etc.
Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of complex contracts to ensure favorable terms and minimize risk for the organization
Identify potential contractual risks and develop strategies to mitigate them throughout the contract lifecycle
Ensure all contracts comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies
Collaborate with legal, procurement, finance, and multiple service lines to align contract terms with organizational objectives
Oversee the execution, implementation, and ongoing administration of contracts, ensuring all obligations are met by both parties.
Update contract templates, contract policies, clause libraries and company risk tolerance across multiple business lines.
Support and lead special projects within the department as needed.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
401(K) Plan with Competitive Match
Continuing Education and Tuition Assistance
Employer-Sponsored Disability Benefits
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, & Bonus Floating Holiday (if hired before July 1st)
Profit Sharing or Individual Bonus Programs
Referral Program
Per Diem & Paid Travel
Employee Discount Hub