Position: Contract Administrator II
Location: Birmingham, AL ( Hybrid)
Duration: 6 Monthsโ
Client: Alabama Power
Experience Requirement:
6โ10 years of experienceย in contract administration or a related legal/commercial field.
Position Summary
Theย Contract Administrator IIย plays a critical role in supporting theย contracts management team, independently handling contract drafting, review, negotiation, and compliance. This position ensures effective contract lifecycle management and supports business objectives through close collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
Contract Lifecycle Management
- Independentlyย review, draft, negotiate, and finalize a variety of contracts includingย vendor agreements, client contracts, and other legal/commercial documents.
- Maintain accurate and organized records ofย contracts, amendments, and supporting documentation.
- Ensure all contracts comply withย company policies, legal standards, and regulatory requirements.
Milestone & Obligation Tracking
- Monitor contractย milestones, deliverables, expiration dates, and renewal terms.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g., legal, procurement, finance) to ensure timelyย fulfillment of contract obligations.
Collaboration & Communication
- Work closely withย cross-functional teamsย to resolve discrepancies, clarify terms, and maintain alignment throughout the contract lifecycle.
- Provideย guidance and mentorshipย to junior contract administrators to build team capabilities.
Negotiation & Amendments
- Lead negotiations for complex contracts and amendments, demonstrating a strong understanding ofย contract law and legal terminology.
System & Process Improvement
- Contribute to theย development, maintenance, and enhancementย of contract management systems and databases.
- Recommend and implement process improvements to streamline contract workflows and enhance compliance.
Skills & Expertise
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, includingย Word, Excel, Outlook.
- Experience usingย contract management softwareย and databases.
- Strongย understanding of contract law, legal terminology, and risk management principles.
- Excellentย organizational skills, attention to detail, and multitasking capabilities.
- Strong written and verbalย communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a high-paced environment.