Responsibilities- Lead the full lifecycle of complex services contracts, including RFP analysis, proposal development, negotiation, execution, and closeout
- Provide strategic guidance to internal stakeholders on contract structuring, risk mitigation, and compliance with applicable regulations and policies
- Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, offering insights on pricing strategies, terms, and negotiation approaches
- Collaborate cross-functionally with legal, finance, and project teams to resolve complex contractual issues and support program success
- Mentor and coach junior and mid-level contract professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence
- Support a variety of contract types, including commercial, public sector, international, and federal agreements
- Apply knowledge of FAR/DFAR and federal procurement processes where applicable; federal experience is highly valued but not required
Requirements- 8+ years of progressively complex contract administration experience
- Demonstrated success in negotiating and managing a variety of contract types and structures
- Strong understanding of contract law, risk management, and procurement best practices
- Proven leadership and mentoring experience within a Contracts or Legal team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this posting. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, Political Science, or related field
Recommended Qualifications- Familiarity with federal contracting and large systems integrator terms and conditions
- Experience working with federal agencies and federal regulations including FAR/DFAR, SBA, EAR, ITAR, and Defense Security Service
- Familiarity with professional services contract terms, cloud computing terms, software licensing terms, software product development activities, intellectual property protection, and subcontracting
- Master's degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, Political Science, Juris Doctorate, or related field
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Total RewardsEsri's competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is
$98,800-$153,920 USD
If you don't meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!
