Contract Manager

Cohere; Canada; On-site; CAD 155,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch stipend

Health and dental benefits

RRSP matching/401K

6 weeks vacation

Parental leave

Education stipend

Office and travel benefits

Remote-friendly

Job summary

Cohere is seeking a Contract Manager to scale contract operations across the enterprise AI space. You will work closely with the Legal, Sales, Product, and Finance teams to ensure efficient contract execution and governance in a dynamic, remote-friendly environment.

You will manage drafting, approvals, templates, and repositories while monitoring milestones and optimizing processes to reduce friction as Cohere scales its business across North America.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of contract management experience, preferably in a fast-paced tech/AI company.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across levels of the business.
• Proficient with Ironclad; able to set up and manage workflows and templates.
• Experience with NDAs, MSAs, and procurement contracts.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for routine contract requests not requiring legal counsel.
• Triage legal requests and allocate to appropriate counsel as needed.
• Maintain contract repositories and document management systems; ensure access and organization.
• Monitor contract milestones, renewals, expirations, and critical dates; send proactive reminders.
• Oversee end-to-end contract lifecycle from initiation to execution and post-execution,
• Create and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and SOPs to drive consistency.
• Collaborate with Sales, Product, and Finance to align terms with business needs.
• Support the legal team with contract administration and data entry.
• Analyze contract data to identify trends and opportunities for process improvement.
• Assist with reporting on contracts.

Skills

Contract management

Stakeholder communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Workflow optimization

Tools

Ironclad

Microsoft Office

Google productivity tools

Job description

Who are we?

Cohere is the leading security-first enterprise AI company. We build cutting-edge foundation AI models and end-to-end products that are designed to solve real-world business problems.

We’re training and deploying frontier models for enterprises who are building AI systems. We believe that our work is instrumental to the widespread adoption of AI and we are looking for folks that want to be part of that.

We obsess over what we build. Each one of us is responsible for contributing to increasing the capabilities of our models and the value they drive for our customers. Cohere is a team of researchers, engineers, designers, and more, who are all passionate about their craft.

We are a global technology company co-headquartered in Toronto and San Francisco, with key offices in London, New York City, Montreal, Seoul, Germany and Paris. Join us!

Contract Manager

Remote (North America)

July 2026

Why this role?

The legal team at Cohere is dynamic, fast-paced and cross-functional, supporting all areas of the organization with an aim to provide efficient, scalable legal processes and support. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of enterprise AI contract management and work on streamlining our contractual processes to support rapid growth. The Contract Manager will be a key player in scaling Cohere's contract operations, working closely with the Legal team, Sales, Product, and Finance to ensure smooth contract execution and management.

As Contract Manager, You Will

• Serve as the primary point of contact for responding to contract-related requests that don't require legal counsel, providing timely and accurate guidance on standard contract terms and processes
• Assist with triage of legal requests and allocate to appropriate counsel where necessary.
• Manage and maintain legal document management systems, ensuring all contracts, amendments, and related documents are properly organized, tracked, and accessible
• Monitor contract compliance and key dates, providing proactive notifications for renewals, expirations, and critical milestones
• Oversee the contract lifecycle from initiation through execution, including drafting standard agreements, managing approvals, and maintaining contract repositories
• Develop and implement efficient contract management processes and workflows to support business growth and reduce operational friction
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, Product, and Finance to ensure contract terms align with business objectives and operational requirements
• Support the legal team with contract administration, data entry, and preparation of contractual materials
• Create and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and standard operating procedures to ensure consistency and efficiency
• Analyze contract data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvement
• Assist with reporting on contracts

You May Be a Good Fit If

• You have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in contract management, preferably in a fast-paced technology or AI company
• You possess strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously
• You have excellent communication skills (both written and oral) and can effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
• You are comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities
• You have a practical, business-oriented mindset with the ability to balance legal requirements with business needs
• You are proficient with contract management software, specifically Ironclad, including setting up and managing workflows and templates.
• You are proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google productivity tools,
• You have experience with standard contract types including NDAs, master service agreements, and procurement contracts
• Familiarity with AI industry contracts and technology sector agreements will be considered an asset
• Experience in implementing or optimizing contract management processes will be considered an asset
• You are proactive, solutions-focused, and enjoy finding ways to improve operational efficiency

Working Location

Remote US or Canada

Compensation

Cohere is committed to fair and transparent pay practices. The salary range listed for this role reflects the expected base compensation. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.

For candidates in the US, the Compensation Range is: $140,000 – $240,000 [USD]

For candidates in Canada, the Compensation Range is: $155,000 – $270,000 [CAD]

Full-Time Employees At Cohere Enjoy These Perks

• A weekly lunch stipend of $75/£75 or equivalent in your local currency for lunch.
• Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget for mental health.
• RRSP matching, 401K, Pension Scheme.
• 100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months, for either parent.
• Annual enrichment benefits:
• Arts & culture, fitness/wellness, quality time, and a workspace improvement credit.
• Education & learning stipend for conferences, courses, and coaching.
• 6 weeks of paid vacation (30 working days!)
• Budget for traveling to other offices if you are remote, plus an annual company offsite.

How And Where We Work

• Cohere is remote-friendly. We have offices in Toronto, San Francisco, New York City, London, Paris, Montreal, and more coming soon.
• For those in the office: a daily lunch program, plenty of snacks, and regular community and social events.
• For those not near an office: a co-working benefit so you can work alongside others in your city.
• Everyone receives a $500 home office stipend to set up your workspace properly.

If any of the above doesn’t line up exactly with your experience, we still encourage you to apply.

We strive to create an inclusive work environment for all; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities. Should you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please submit an Accommodations Request Form, and we will work together to meet your needs.

We may use AI-enabled tools to screen and assess applicants against the criteria for this position. This helps our recruiters identify potentially qualified candidates, but it doesn't limit the applications our recruiters may review or consider.

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