Description We are in search of a Contracts Manager to join our team in Palo Alto, California. This role will focus on contract drafting, negotiation, and management. You will be working in a highly collaborative environment, supporting and assisting in-house counsel and General Counsel with the legal contract management process. Responsibilities: • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts such as non-disclosure agreements, master service agreements, consulting agreements, and other agreements • Facilitate the drafting and approval process, including receiving and reviewing new contract requests and assisting in negotiation • Manage the circulation of contracts for signatures using electronic systems like DocuSign and AdobeSign • Maintain and track electronic contracts in the contract database, reviewing contracts for expiration and renewals • Assist the legal team in implementing and adopting company Best Practices • Analyze current business state and provide recommendations to improve contracts administration workflow process • Collaborate and assist with resolving inquiries from internal stakeholders relating to the status of contract negotiation • Support the Legal Department with corporate governance matters, including conducting research to support state licensing efforts and filing for corporate governance • Collaborate with cross-functional teams • Assist in archiving and maintaining other legal records as needed. Requirements • The candidate must have at least 3 years of experience in a similar role as a Contracts Manager. • Proficiency in Contract Negotiation, Corporate Governance, and Contract Administration is mandatory. • The candidate should hold a Bachelors' degree. • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are required. • The ability to interpret and draft contractual terms and conditions is essential. • The candidate should be able to manage multiple contracts simultaneously. • The candidate should be able to work effectively in a team and also independently. • The applicant should be proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. • Familiarity with contract management software is required. • The candidate should have excellent problem-solving skills. • Strong attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines are required. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2024 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .