Contract Specialist

Summary

Join Strata Information Group (SIG) as a Contract Specialist and contribute to our success in higher education consulting. You will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate possesses strong contract negotiation and drafting skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities. Experience in higher education or a related industry is preferred. We offer a competitive compensation package including salary, bonus, retirement benefits, flexible hours, and comprehensive health insurance.

Requirements

• Previous experience drafting and negotiating contracts (ideally 2-3 years)
• Ability to work both independently and as a team player
• Ability to manage a fast-paced workload; monitor progress and meet tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Highly effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to build relationships across the organization
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
• Skilled at writing with clarity and brevity
• Familiarity with legal terminology
• Previous experience working within Salesforce
• Experience red-lining contracts, with the ability to look at a contract and understand the liabilities to SIG
• Comfortable making decisions aligned with SIG standards and escalating complex matters when necessary
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to research and implement solutions effectively

Responsibilities

• Negotiate contract agreements for consulting services
• Review and analyze existing contracts to determine the need for amendments
• Draft, prepare, and edit contracts between SIG and potential clients
• Research and apply relevant regulations to ensure contracts are compliant with applicable laws
• Draft and negotiate a variety of contracts, including Professional Services Agreements (PSA), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA), Independent Contractor Agreements (ICA), and Master Services Agreements (MSA)
• Collaborate with the sales team to ensure contract terms accurately reflect project details
• Utilize NetSuite OpenAir to create projects, set budgets, and establish revenue recognition (billing) rules
• Assist with legal reviews for Requests for Proposal (RFP)
• Perform contract redlining and provide detailed explanations of revisions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education or in an industry that serves colleges and universities
• Experience in technology service provisions
• Experience with ERP procurement processes
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Experience with Conga Sign

Benefits

• Salary
• Annual bonus
• Retirement benefits
• Flexible hours
• Medical, vision and dental
• Flexible spending account
• PTO and holiday pay
• Life insurance
• Retirement 401(k)
• Professional Development opportunities
• Connectivity stipend