Associate Business Contracts Officer

utaustin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Health benefits (family options)

Retirement programs

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking an Associate Business Contracts Officer to provide advanced contract administration for technology-related agreements. The role reports to the Business Contracts Administrator and requires developing, evaluating, drafting, and negotiating contracts that vary in complexity.

Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating software licenses, SaaS contracts, and data-use terms, with cross-functional collaboration to ensure compliance with regulatory and

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor and licensure by Texas State Bar.
• 5+ years of legal experience.
• Experience in contract administration and negotiation of technology contracts.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, negotiate, and revise technology contracts including software licenses and SaaS agreements.
• Advise on legal risks, data-use and compliance with FERPA, HIPAA, GDPR, IP, and accessibility.
• Coordinate with procurement, ISO, and other departments to ensure contracts meet business objectives.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Regulatory awareness

Education

Juris Doctor

Texas State Bar licensure

Job description

Job Posting Title: Associate Business Contracts Officer ----

Hiring Department: Business Contracts ----

Position Open To: All Applicants ----

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ----

FLSA Status: Exempt from FLSA ----

Earliest Start Date: Immediately ----

Position Duration: Expected to Continue ----

Location: AUSTIN, TX ----

Job Details

General Notes

The Business Contracts Office provides review, approval, and execution of business contracts required for the procurement of services for The University of Texas at Austin and provision of services by the university. For more information on Business Contracts, please visit: https://businesscontracts.utexas.edu/

Your skills will make a difference.

You'll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will contribute to operational excellence and enhance the student experience. If you're the type of person who wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you'll like working in our department and for UT Austin. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Tuition assistance
• Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options

No sponsorship

Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.

Purpose

We are seeking an Associate Business Contracts Officer. The selected candidate will report to the Business Contracts Administrator and provide advanced contract administration work that includes development, evaluation, drafting, and negotiation of technology contracts that vary in scope and degree of complexity.

Responsibilities

Provide contract administration (develop, review, negotiate, and/or revise) all manner of routine and complex technology contracts including software licenses, end user licenses, enterprise licenses, software-as-a-service contracts, clickwrap terms, terms of service, privacy policy terms, service level agreements, data-use, and master agreements for technology services and products. Draft and create other contracts for the purchase of goods and services, revenue generation, and nondisclosure. Research, interpret, advise, and provide guidance on management of contractual obligations as well as legal risks and business terms including FERPA, HIPAA, GDPR, Data Use, Intellectual Property, and accessibility. May support and manage at least one direct report responsible for the review and negotiation of routine technology contracts. Develop, and present contract workshops to educate the University administrators on current technology contracting policies and procedures. Assist in the maintenance and development of policies and procedures related to administration of technology contracts. Remain up-to-date on legal/regulatory updates affecting technology contracts. Ensure compliance with applicable Texas and federal laws, Regents' Rules, and University policies. Work with University departments, administration and attorneys to ensure contracts meet business objectives, while complying with applicable procurement and contracting procedures. Apply contract formation knowledge to independently address a variety of contract issues. Analyze business and legal issues in proposed contracts, consult with Business Contracts Administrator and work cross functionally with legal colleagues, subject matter experts, applicable departments (i.e., Legal Affairs, Office of Risk Management, IT etc.) and vendor as needed, in order to resolve challenges, achieve business objectives, and manage risk. Coordinate between the Business Contracts Office and (a)Central Procurement for procurement review, (b) Information Security Office (ISO) for data security review, and (c) ADA for disability accessibility review. Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Juris Doctor and licensure by Texas State Bar. 5+ years of legal experience. Work experience in: (1) contract administration (negotiate, develop, review, revise and amend terms and conditions) of technology contracts; (2) work in all phases of contract lifecycle (i.e. bid posting, vendor selection,