Contracts Specialist
Contracts Specialists in AI companies manage the full lifecycle of commercial agreements—from drafting and negotiation through execution and administration—supporting transactions with customers, vendors, and strategic partners. They distinguish themselves by combining legal expertise with operational acumen, building scalable contracting processes and CLM systems while handling high-volume deal flow across evolving areas like AI licensing, data privacy, and emerging technology frameworks. These roles typically sit within lean legal teams at fast-moving startups and scale-ups, functioning as trusted advisors who collaborate across Sales, Product, Finance, and Research to balance legal risk with business velocity.
Skills
What companies are looking for in this role.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Sales, Product, Finance, and Operations
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial agreements and contracts
Identifying and managing legal and commercial risks in contractual arrangements
Managing end-to-end contract lifecycle processes from initiation through execution and renewal
Developing and implementing scalable contracting processes and workflows
Supporting revenue-generating transactions while balancing legal risk with business outcomes
Providing strategic legal counsel and guidance to business stakeholders
Maintaining contract records and reporting through contract lifecycle management systems
Understanding and applying data privacy regulations and security frameworks in commercial transactions
Navigating AI governance and intellectual property concerns in technology transactions
Supporting federal, state, and local government procurement processes
Managing healthcare and life sciences regulatory compliance requirements
Operating effectively in fast-paced startup environments with rapidly shifting priorities
Communicating complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders
Demonstrating strong organizational skills and attention to detail in high-volume environments
Working independently with minimal supervision while maintaining accountability
Adapting to new technologies and learning complex product offerings quickly
Technology
The tools and technologies that define this role.
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12 open Contracts Specialist jobs across 9 companies.
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