Contract Administrator

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**What You’ll Be Doing**:

- Assist in drafting, reviewing, and editing contracts, ensuring they meet legal, regulatory, and company requirements.
- Work with internal teams (legal, procurement, finance, operations) to ensure contracts reflect organizational objectives and obligations.
- Ensure that all contracts have appropriate approvals before execution.
- Oversee the administration and execution of contracts, ensuring that all terms and conditions are met by both the organization and external partners.
- Maintain organized and up-to-date records of all contracts, amendments, and correspondence.
- Track key contract dates, such as renewals, deadlines, and milestones to ensure compliance with timelines.
- Monitor contracts to ensure compliance with all terms, regulations, and internal policies.
- Identify and assess potential risks within contracts and provide recommendations for mitigating those risks.
- Ensure that all parties involved are meeting their obligations and take corrective action if necessary.
- Provide support during contract negotiations, collaborating with stakeholders to review contract terms and ensure compliance with company policies.
- Work closely with legal and procurement teams to ensure that contract terms are clearly defined and legally sound.
- Serve as a point of contact for both internal teams and external vendors or clients regarding contract-related inquiries or issues.
- Liaise between departments to ensure effective communication of contract terms, obligations, and performance.
- Collaborate with project managers, legal teams, and finance to ensure that contracts are aligned with project goals and financial terms.
- Monitor and track contract renewal dates and initiate the renewal process well before the expiration of the current term.
- Prepare and process amendments or modifications to contracts as necessary, ensuring all changes are documented and approved.
- Assist in preparing contract extensions, terminations, or renewals in accordance with company policies and client agreements.
- Maintain a comprehensive database of contracts, ensuring that all documents are stored and organized properly for easy retrieval.
- Prepare reports and summaries on the status of contracts, highlighting key dates, compliance, and performance metrics.
- Regularly update stakeholders on contract performance, upcoming deadlines, or any potential risks or issues.
- Provide training and guidance to internal teams on contract management procedures and best practices.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of contract management processes and workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce risks.

**What Required Skills You’ll Bring**:

- Minimum of 3 years of experience in contract administration, contract management, or a related role.
- Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Law, Procurement or a related field
- Experience with drafting, reviewing, and managing contracts, particularly in the [specific industry, e.g., construction, IT, procurement].
- Familiarity with legal terms, regulations, and compliance requirements.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively manage stakeholders and contract details.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to anticipate potential issues and resolve them proactively.
- Proficiency in contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Knowledge of contract laws and regulations governing your industry.
- **Certifications**:Certification in contract management such as Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM), Certified Contract Manager (CCM), or other related certifications.
- **Industry Experience**:Knowledge and experience with industry-specific contracts (e.g., government contracts, construction contracts, IT services contracts, etc.).
- **Legal Knowledge**:Familiarity with basic contract law and legal terminology.
- **Project Management**:Ability to work alongside project management teams to ensure contractual obligations are met throughout project life cycles.


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