Principal Specialist- Contracts

Eaton; Pune District; On-site; INR 12,00,000 - 20,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company in Pune is seeking a detail-oriented Contract Specialist to join their legal team. This role requires 6-10 years of experience in contract review and negotiation, strong analytical abilities, and independence in a fast-paced environment. You will manage contracts, coordinate with stakeholders, and support improvements in contract processes. The ideal candidate possesses an LL.B. and proficiency with CLM tools.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of PQE in law firm or in-house legal department.
• Extensive experience in review and negotiation of commercial contracts.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze a wide range of commercial contracts.
• Apply contract playbooks for compliant reviews.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to align contract terms.
• Manage contract approval workflow.
• Support continuous improvement of contract templates.

Skills

Contract law understanding

Negotiation skills

Proficiency in CLM tools

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

LL.B. or equivalent legal qualification

Tools

Icertis

Conga

Agiloft

Job description

What You’ll Do

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and proactive Contract Specialist with 6–10 years of post‑qualification experience to join our legal team. The candidate will be responsible for reviewing, negotiating, and managing contracts in accordance with established playbooks and internal approval processes. This role requires a deep understanding of contract review processes, commercial law, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment. The ideal candidate will be a fast learner, adept at using CLM tools, and capable of driving process improvements across the contract lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently review and analyze a wide range of commercial contracts including NDAs, MSAs, SOWs, vendor agreements, and licensing agreements.
• Apply contract playbooks to ensure consistent and compliant contract review and negotiation.
• Identify and elevate non‑standard terms and risks to relevant functional groups and approvers as required per company policies.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g., procurement, finance, business units) to ensure contract terms align with business objectives and risk tolerance.
• Manage the contract approval workflow, ensuring timely execution and compliance with internal policies.
• Maintain accurate records of contract reviews, approvals, and negotiations. Assist senior management with strategic decision‑making initiatives.
• Support continuous improvement of contract templates and playbooks.
• Adept at learning and working with CLM tools and Microsoft office tools. Capable of conducting training sessions for adaptation of CLM tool.
• Provide legal support for other business initiatives as needed.
• Undertake training and mentoring of junior team members.

Qualifications

• Experience Required: 6–10 Years
• LL.B. or equivalent legal qualification from a recognized university.
• 6–10 years of PQE in a law firm or in‑house legal department, with extensive experience in review and negotiation of commercial contracts.

Skills

• Strong understanding of contract law and commercial legal principles.
• Proven ability to independently review and negotiate contracts.
• Proficiency with CLM platforms (e.g., Icertis, Conga, Agiloft, etc.).
• Experience working with contract playbooks and approval workflows.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced deadline‑driven environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract management systems.

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Other

Industries

• Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing