Legal Contract Manager (9-Month Contract)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Contract Manager (Onsite)

Location: Boston, MA

Compensation: $52.00 – $77.00 per hour (Depending on Experience)

Job Type: Contract

A Boston-based pharmaceutical company is seeking a Contract Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of contracts, from initiation through archiving. The ideal candidate will be experienced in contract drafting, negotiation, and compliance, with a strong ability to manage multiple stakeholders and contract types. This role will serve as a central point of contact for all contractual activities within the organization.

• Serve as the primary intake point for all contract requests across the company.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess contracting needs and determine the appropriate contract type and template.
• Manage end-to-end contract lifecycles including drafting, negotiation, execution, amendments, renewals, and termination.
• Independently manage and negotiate simple contracts.
• Partner with legal, compliance, procurement, and business teams to address complex contracting matters.
• Ensure all contracts comply with organizational policies and applicable laws.
• Maintain accurate contract records and ensure timely archiving.
• Identify risks or ambiguities in contract language and escalate when appropriate.
• Support process improvements and operational initiatives related to contracting.
• Coordinate internal reviews and facilitate timely approvals from relevant departments.

• Bachelor’s degree required (Business Administration, Life Sciences, Legal Studies, Healthcare Management, or related field). Paralegal certification is also acceptable.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in contract management, including drafting and negotiation.
• Deep understanding of standard contract structures, legal terminology, and compliance standards.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage a high volume of work.
• Effective communicator with strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and guide internal teams through the contracting process.
• Proficient in contract lifecycle management systems and documentation practices.

• Hybrid role based in Boston, MA – 2 to 3 days per week onsite is required.
• Increased on-site presence is expected during the onboarding period.
• Less than 5% travel anticipated.

If you are a detail-driven professional with a passion for process and compliance, and you thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Benefits : Use this link bit.ly/4cGUQSh to learn more about benefits available to Eastridge’s temporary employees.From time to time Eastridge’s clients may offer additional benefits to Eastridge employees while on assignment.Information about those benefits will be communicated when applicable.

Eastridge Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please note that Eastridge is unable to provide visa sponsorship to applicants.

Certain clients require Eastridge to perform background checks and Eastridge will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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