Contracts Manager

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, process, and manage routine commercial agreements including NDAs, vendor agreements, and independent contractor agreements
• Administer and maintain the company’s contract lifecycle management system (Ironclad)
• Serve as a primary point of contact for internal stakeholders regarding contract requests and status updates
• Track contract obligations, renewal dates, expirations, and key milestones
• Maintain and improve contract templates and clause libraries
• Coordinate with outside counsel on agreements requiring specialized legal review
• Identify and escalate non-standard contract terms and legal risks
• Support legal operations initiatives and process improvements

Requirements

• Associate’s degree, Paralegal Certificate, Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of experience as a Paralegal, Contracts Administrator, or Legal Operations Specialist
• Experience managing routine commercial agreements and contract workflows
• Experience using contract lifecycle management systems (Ironclad preferred)
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare, clinical research, life sciences, or other regulated industries
• Familiarity with privacy, compliance, and data-related agreements
• Experience collaborating with outside counsel and legal service providers
• Experience contributing to legal operations initiatives

Benefits

• Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Disability, accident, and life insurance options

About the Company

Headlands Research is a leading integrated clinical trial network dedicated to advancing innovative therapies and improving patient outcomes through a growing network of advanced clinical trial sites.