Sr. Contracts Specialist

Company Information

At Advarra, we are passionate about making a difference in the world of clinical research and advancing human health. With a rich history rooted in ethical review services combined with innovative technology solutions and deep industry expertise, we are at the forefront of industry change. A market leader and pioneer, Advarra breaks the silos that impede clinical research, aligning patients, sites, sponsors, and CROs in a connected ecosystem to accelerate trials.

Company Culture

Our employees are the heart of Advarra. They are the key to our success and the driving force behind our mission and vision. Our values (Patient-Centric, Ethical, Quality Focused, Collaborative) guide our actions and decisions. Knowing the impact of our work on trial participants and patients, we act with urgency and purpose to advance clinical research so that people can live happier, healthier lives.

At Advarra, we seek to foster an inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone is treated with respect and diverse perspectives are embraced. Treating one another, our clients, and clinical trial participants with empathy and care are key tenets of our culture at Advarra; we are committed to creating a workplace where each employee is not only valued but empowered to thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Job Overview Summary

The Senior Contracts Specialist is primarily responsible for working with colleagues within the Contracts Group (CG), Commercial organization, Finance and Subject Matter Experts throughout Advarra. The Sr Contracts Specialist will work with CG colleagues in order to deliver a quality review of client/vendor contractual documents for Advarra’s various service lines. They ensure timely turnaround of tasks assigned to them, including but not limited to the review of client/supplier and internal requests and coordination with internal subject matter experts. They will also assist the CG team with the day-to-day tasks of tracking contract requests, finalizing contract documents, and ongoing process and systems enhancements.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Works independently with minimal supervision in an extremely fast-paced environment within the CG and with relevant stakeholders to transition projects from opportunity to contract stage, including initial drafting and/or reviewing of contracts, including but not limited to Non-Disclosure Agreements, Amendment Agreements, Statement of Work, etc.

Manages the incoming requests to CG, triages them and either works on them or ensures they are assigned appropriately to a CG representative

Manages tasks assigned via Salesforce to build client facing documents

Collaborates with various SMEs to ensure a timely delivery of CG documents

Escalates contracting concerns appropriately

Works cross-functionally throughout Advarra to ensure contract obligations are communicated and managed

Maintains reporting for and takes action on contracts regarding expirations and works with internal teams to determine renewal status

Ensures files, draft documents, and final documents are properly stored within the department systems

Conducts a quality control of documents

Tracks contract data in the appropriate systems

Utilizes proper signature authority based on company policies and routes documents for signature

Participates in team meetings and aids in development or modification of tools and procedures

Serves as a backup to members of the CG team and supports Legal function as required

Raises ongoing process improvement suggestions and opportunities

Other projects and duties as assigned

Location

This role is open to candidates working remotely in the United States.

Basic Qualifications

Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in English, Life Sciences, Business or similar area of expertise or equivalent work experience

5+ years contract management experience with experience within the clinical research industry considered an asset

Preferred Qualifications

Paralegal certification or experience in a Legal Department preferred

Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with internal and external clients with a high degree of professionalism and excellent interpersonal/communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer familiarity and navigation skills. Salesforce software experience preferred.

Strong organization and multi-tasking skills

Ability to work independently; planning, organizing, scheduling and completing work within tight deadlines

Great attention to detail is a must

Possess strong written, oral and analytical skills

Ability to multi-task, establishing and managing conflicting demands and priorities

Able to work in team environment

Ability to adapt to changes in office technology, equipment and/or processes

Demonstrated consistency and dependability in quantity and quality of work

Physical and Mental Requirements

Sit or stand for extended periods of time at stationary workstation

Regularly carry, raise, and lower objects of up to 10 Lbs.

Learn and comprehend basic instructions

Focus and attention to tasks and responsibilities

Verbal communication; listening and understanding, responding, and speaking

Advarra is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability or genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Advarra provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of these protected characteristics. Further, Advarra takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees are treated without regard to any of these protected characteristics in all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and separation from employment.

The base salary range for this role is $71,955 - $98,532. Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experience and may vary from the amounts listed above. This position may also be eligible for a variable bonus in addition to base salary as well as health coverage, paid holidays, and other benefits.