Assistant Director, Contract Services & Negotiations

Tulane University; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Tulane University is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Contract Services to lead Contract Management Services, overseeing review, negotiation, and execution of university contracts. The role requires clear guidance to stakeholders and collaboration with procurement, sourcing, and legal teams.

You will manage templates, performance metrics, and ensure alignment of terms with Tulane’s policies while mitigating risk. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• At least 7 years of contract management and/or negotiation experience.
• Ability to review, draft, and negotiate complex contracts with stakeholders and legal team.
• Proven ability to manage and lead contract-related projects and teams.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate complex contracts with stakeholders, legal, and procurement teams.
• Explain contractual terms and rights to internal partners.
• Provide leadership guidance on contractual issues and risk mitigation.
• Drive negotiations to closure and track key metrics for contracts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders across Tulane’s divisions.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Contract drafting

Contract analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Contracts+

Arriba

Meditract

Job description

Tulane University is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Contract Services to lead Contract Management Services, overseeing review, negotiation, and execution of university contracts. The role requires clear guidance to stakeholders and collaboration with procurement, sourcing, and legal teams.

You will manage templates, performance metrics, and ensure alignment of terms with Tulane’s policies while mitigating risk. Strong leadership and communication are essential.