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Fortis Construction

Legal Assistant

Portland, OR

Contract & Legal Document Support * Prepare, revise, edit, and proof contracts and related documents under the direction of House Counsel and the Risk Manager. * Coordinate with Contract ...

Avfuel

Legal Contract Administrator

Ann Arbor, MI

The Contract Administrator is responsible for overseeing the lifecycle of company contracts, supporting corporate governance activities, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Avfuel

Legal Contract Administrator

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

The Contract Administrator is responsible for overseeing the lifecycle of company contracts, supporting corporate governance activities, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Encompass Energy Services

Contracts Analyst

Houston, TX · Remote

$70K - $85K/yr

Working knowledge of core contract legal terms, including indemnification, service warranties, limitation of liability, liquidated damages, insurance, force majeure, default, and termination clauses.

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Professionals in contract legal positions often encounter challenges such as managing tight deadlines, ensuring compliance with ever-evolving regulations, and balancing the interests of multiple stakeholders. These challenges can be addressed by developing strong organizational skills, staying updated on relevant legal developments, and fostering clear communication with clients and team members. Additionally, using contract management software and collaborating closely with other legal and business departments can help streamline processes and reduce errors.

What are contract legal professionals?

Contract legal professionals are attorneys or legal experts who work on a temporary or project basis, rather than as permanent employees. They are typically hired to draft, review, and negotiate contracts, or to assist with specific legal projects that require specialized expertise or additional support. These professionals may work independently, through staffing agencies, or as part of a law firm's flexible workforce. Their work helps organizations manage fluctuating workloads and access specialized legal skills without committing to long-term employment.

What is the difference between Contract Legal vs Contract Administrator?

AspectContract LegalContract Administrator
Required CredentialsLegal degree, bar admission, legal certificationsBachelor's degree, certifications in contract management
Work EnvironmentLegal firms, corporate legal departmentsCorporate offices, project teams
Primary ResponsibilitiesLegal review, contract drafting, complianceContract execution, tracking, administration

Contract Legal professionals focus on legal review, drafting, and ensuring compliance with laws, often requiring legal degrees and certifications. Contract Administrators handle the operational aspects of contracts, such as managing contract lifecycle and documentation, typically with a background in business or management. Both roles are essential in contract management but differ in their focus and required credentials.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Contract Legal professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Legal professional, you need a strong understanding of contract law, negotiation techniques, and meticulous attention to detail, typically supported by a law degree or paralegal certification. Familiarity with contract management software, legal research tools, and document automation systems is often required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and strong organizational skills help set top performers apart in this field. These competencies are essential for mitigating legal risks, ensuring compliance, and facilitating smooth business operations.
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Senior Counsel, Vendor Contract Legal

Senior Counsel, Vendor Contract Legal

Oscar Health

Tempe, AZ • Hybrid

$178K - $234K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Oscar Health rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

226th of 260 rated insurance

Job description

Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring a Senior Counsel, Vendor Management and Contracting to join our Corporate Counsel team.

Oscar is the first health insurance company built around a full stack technology platform and a relentless focus on serving our members. We started Oscar in 2012 to create the kind of health insurance company we would want for ourselves—one that behaves like a doctor in the family.

About the role:

The Senior Counsel, Vendor Management and Contracting will be a strategic partner to the Company's Procurement team. You will be a key member of the Corporate Legal team and will be responsible for negotiating all of the vendor contracts for the Company, including complex agreements that support key aspects of the Company's operations.

You will report into the Associate General Counsel.

Work Location: This position is based in our Tempe, AZ office, requiring a hybrid work schedule with 3 days of in-office work per week. Thursdays are a required in-office day for team meetings and events, while your other two office days are flexible to suit your schedule. #LI-Hybrid

Pay Transparency: The base pay for this role is: $178,848 - $234,738 per year. You are also eligible for employee benefits, participation in Oscar's unlimited vacation program, company equity grants and annual performance bonuses.

Responsibilities:

  • Review, draft and negotiate complex health insurance agreements, such as pharmacy benefit management and utilization management agreements
  • Review, draft, and negotiate commercial agreements, including software licenses, master service agreements, NDAs and BAAs
  • Provide strategic advice and counsel to the Procurement team and business partners. The business should view you as a trusted partner
  • Be a company resource for contract related questions and processes; the business can rely on you and your expertise, and guidance
  • Continue to improve and implement vendor contracting processes, including templates and contract management workflows
  • Assess and implement AI tools into contract management workflows
  • Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • J.D. from an ABA accredited law school and at least 10 years of relevant experience as a contract attorney in the the healthcare industry
  • Experienced contracting attorney, with experience in a variety of complex health industry contracts
  • Experience and understanding of corporate law, and contract drafting and interpretation
  • Experience with contract management systems
  • Dynamic team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment

Bonus points:

  • Experience implementing AI tools in vendor contracting processes

This is an authentic Oscar Health job opportunity. Learn more about how you can safeguard yourself from recruitment fraud here.

At Oscar, being an Equal Opportunity Employer means more than upholding discrimination-free hiring practices. It means that we cultivate an environment where people can be their most authentic selves and find both belonging and support. We're on a mission to change health care -- an experience made whole by our unique backgrounds and perspectives.

Pay Transparency: Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education, and experience. Full-time employees are eligible for benefits including: medical, dental, and vision benefits, 11 paid holidays, paid sick time, paid parental leave, 401(k) plan participation, life and disability insurance, and paid wellness time and reimbursements.

Artificial Intelligence (AI): Our AI Guidelines outline the acceptable use of artificial intelligence for candidates and detail how we use AI to support our recruiting efforts.

Reasonable Accommodation: Oscar applicants are considered solely based on their qualifications, without regard to applicant's disability or need for accommodation. Any Oscar applicant who requires reasonable accommodations during the application process should contact the Oscar Benefits Team (accommodations@hioscar.com) to make the need for an accommodation known.

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