Contracts Specialist II - Legal

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Do you enjoy working in a service-oriented industry? If so, this opportunity may be the right fit for you!

As the Contracts Specialist II, you will support the Legal Department by independently preparing, reviewing, revising, and coordinating the execution of standard and moderately complex contract documents. This role performs substantive first-level review of agreements, identifies non-standard provisions, researches contract-related issues, and works closely with attorneys and internal business partners to facilitate timely contract execution.

This is a great opportunity for someone who understands commercial contract principles, has strong attention to detail, and can exercise sound judgment when managing multiple contract matters while recognizing when an issue requires attorney review.

This role...

• Drafts, reviews, revises, and coordinates execution of standard and moderately complex contracts, amendments, business associate agreements, confidentiality agreements, statements of work, and other legal documents.
• Performs first-level substantive review of third-party contract templates, identifies non-standard legal provisions, and prepares recommended revisions for attorney review.
• Works with attorneys and business stakeholders to support contract negotiations and resolve routine contractual issues.
• Conducts legal and factual research related to contractual provisions, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
• Prepares contract summaries, issue lists, and redlines to support attorney review and negotiations.
• Maintains contract files, documentation, version control, and execution records within the contract management system.
• Monitors contract status, approval workflows, renewals, amendments, and expiration dates.
• Assists with maintaining contract templates, clause libraries, legal forms, and departmental procedures.
• Responds to internal questions regarding contract processes, legal forms, and standard contractual language.
• Participates in initiatives focused on improving contract management processes and operational efficiency.
• Maintains confidentiality of privileged and sensitive legal information.

What you'll bring...

• Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies, Business Administration, Paralegal Studies, or a related field.
• At least three years of experience in a corporate legal department, law firm, or contract administration function.
• Experience drafting and reviewing commercial contracts and legal documents preferred.
• Working knowledge of commercial contract principles and legal terminology.
• Ability to identify contractual risks and recognize when legal issues require attorney review.
• Knowledge of contract lifecycle management and legal document administration.
• Strong legal writing, editing, proofreading, and document review skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and critical-thinking skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys and business clients.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract management systems such as DocuSign CLM, Legisway, or similar platforms.
• Healthcare, managed care, or regulated industry experience preferred.
• Paralegal certificate or contract management certification is a plus.

Salary: $60,800-$80,000

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. 

Primarily seated work; extensive computer and telephone use; occasional standing, walking, reaching, bending, and lifting up to 10 lbs. 

Modivcare’s positions are posted and open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. Positions may be posted for a maximum of 45 days dependent on the type of role, the number of roles, and the number of applications received.  We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings. 

We value our team members and realize the importance of benefits for you and your family.

Modivcare offers a comprehensive benefits package to include the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance and AD&D
• Voluntary Life Insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pre-Tax and Post --Tax Commuter and Parking Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts (retail, hotel, food, restaurants, car rental and much more!)

Modivcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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• We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap or disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with federal law. If you need assistance, please reach out to us at hr.recruiting@modivcare.com