Contract Administrator

Job Brief

This contract administrator job description template will help you to attract qualified candidates for the roles of contract manager in your company. This template can be modified to suit your company’s requirements by adding specific administrative tasks.

Job Description

• ● Prepare sales and purchase contracts
• ● Negotiate contract terms with internal and external business partners
• ● Review and update existing contracts
• ● Explain terms and conditions to managers and interested parties
• ● Ensure that employees understand and comply with company contracts
• ● Analyze potential risks involved with specific contract terms
• ● Stay up-to date with legislative changes and coordinate with the legal department as needed
• ● Ensure all deadlines and conditions described on contracts are met (e.g. payments and shippings)
• ● Maintain organized system of physical and digital records
• ● Create language standards for existing and new contracts

Job Requirements

• ● Proven work experience as a Contract Administrator, Contract Manager or relevant role
• ● Knowledge of legal requirements involved with contracts
• ● Familiarity with accounting procedures
• ● Excellent writing skills
• ● Keen attention to detail, with an ability to spot errors
• ● Strong analytical and organizational skills
• ● Ability to work with varying seniority levels, including staff, managers and external partners
• ● BSc degree in Business Administration; additional qualifications in law are a plus