**Overview** The Senior Contracts Manager role is responsible for leading internal and external activities in connection with contracts. Key responsibilities include drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts; meeting with internal stakeholders on business objectives and determining appropriate supporting contractual terms; negotiating with customers and vendors on contractual matters; providing guidance and support to internal staff on contractual issues and questions; developing and executing policies and procedures that will result in effective management of all aspects of contractual agreements; working with management to address issues and concerns and making recommendations. **Responsibilities** + Leads contract negotiations with customers and vendors, senior management, attorneys and other business and legal professionals + Leads drafting process for customer and vendor agreements, including for Master Agreements, Statements of Work, License Agreements, and other select contractual agreements + Provides guidance to internal staff on contractual matters + Oversees the contract administration process, including managing all contract events such as contract approval, renewals and contract changes. Initiates the review, drafting, negotiation and execution of agreements. + Evaluates risk related to contractual language and business objectives and develops solutions, working independently and with others, that supports the company direction + Works with business leadership to effectively convey business objectives in contractual language + Communicates contract changes, key terms, activity and potential implications to various business areas via contract summaries or other methods + Develops and maintains ongoing relationships with business leaders to ensure they are receiving the deliverables and/or SLAs specified in the agreements + Participates in the contract management workgroup contributing to the establishment of strategies, policies, procedures, tools, etc. that result in effective management of all aspects of the contractual agreements **Qualifications** **Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:** + Knowledge of commonly used contractual provisions and general contract structures related to information technology and associated legal terms + Ability to effectively provide substantive guidance to business leaders on contractual terms and issues + Excellent communication skills with the ability to negotiate internally and externally at high levels; strong writing skills and attention to detail + Proficient computer skills with intermediate level working experience in Word, Excel and PowerPoint + Excellent analytical skills in order to analyze contractual agreements for corporate impact + Must have or acquire in depth knowledge of organizations policies, organizational relationships and procedures, and acquire a working knowledge of company products and services + Ability to identify legal issues and escalate them as appropriate to the relevant individual or attorney **Experience:** + Up to 10 years related work experience, including significant experience working with contracts + Healthcare experience preferred **Required Training, Certification and Education:** + Juris Doctor + Currently licensed to practice law **Benefits and Perks:** + Work/Life Balance – NASCO helps you find success at the workplace, and at home. + Matching 401(k) + Employee Recognition and Bonus Programs – When NASCO is successful so are our employees! + Tuition Assistance – Learn, develop, and grow… on our dime! + E-Learning – Comprehensive and current library of e-learning and performance support assets, available on demand and at no cost. + Choice of Blue Cross Blue Shield Health, Dental and Vision Plans + Wellness Program + 17 Days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year – not including major holidays. That’s just starting out. + Company discount plans on mobile, technology services, etc., to help you save money. NASCO is a Minority/Female/Disability/Vet/Affirmative Action Employer. Must have legal authority to work in the US. **Location** _US-GA-Atlanta | US-Home Office/ Remote_ **\# Positions** _1_ **Category** _Legal - All Openings_ **Travel Requirements** _0-20%_