Contracts Manager

Summary

Join Perforce's Legal Team as a Contracts Manager and contribute to the success of our Commercial Transactions team. You will review, redline, and negotiate commercial agreements, ensuring alignment with business objectives and legal risks. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and report to the Senior Contracts Manager. Perforce offers a collaborative and supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth. We are seeking a detail-oriented individual with 4-6 years of experience in reviewing and negotiating software and technology agreements.

Requirements

• Undergraduate or higher-level degree required
• 4-6 years of hands-on experience in reviewing and supporting negotiations of software and technology agreements
• Good drafting skills and ability to follow established templates and playbooks
• Team player who can effectively communicate issues externally and internally
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments with guidance
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Eagerness to learn about the Perforce business, our teams, and the customers we support
• Basic project management skills

Responsibilities

• Review, redline, and support negotiation of software licensing agreements and other commercial agreements to support the sales organization
• Apply established guidelines and playbooks when reviewing contracts, escalating complex issues to senior team members when appropriate
• Support internal stakeholders on sales and support related issues, helping to balance business objectives with legal risks
• Assist with maintaining and implementing contract templates and legal processes, including supporting CLM implementation efforts
• Collaborate with internal business functions to ensure efficient legal support for commercial transactions
• Help maintain the Perforce commercial contracts database and ensure contracts are properly documented, filed, and tracked
• Learn and apply knowledge of business models, sales motions, and commercial negotiation practices to identify basic areas of risk

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with contract management systems a plus
• Prior experience at a software/technology company preferred

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement benefits
• Life insurance
• Wellness programs
• Total time off