Contract Administrator

DCLI; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Hybrid work schedule

Training & development

Job summary

DCLI in Charlotte, NC, seeks a Contract Administrator to own the contract management platform, oversee daily operations, and drive policy and template improvements. The role collaborates with Legal and Finance to draft, review, and manage a wide range of contracts.

The position requires 5+ years of contract experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work in a hybrid schedule 3–4 days per week in-office.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret general contract language.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience drafting and reviewing contracts with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Own the contract management platform strategy, operations, and usability.
• Develop, implement, and refine contract administration policies and workflows.
• Draft, review, and revise contracts, amendments, and templates with Legal.
• Maintain contract forms library and training materials.
• Generate contract summaries and reports for leadership and finance.
• Lead training on the contract process and platform usage.
• Oversee DocuSign workflows and vendor relationship management.

Skills

Contract language interpretation

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Contract management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

DocuSign

Microsoft Excel

Job description

*** Must be local to Charlotte and able to work a hybrid schedule in office 3-4 days per week ***

The Contract Administrator serves as the organizational owner of DCLI’s contract management platform and the central authority for contract administration processes, policies, and optimization efforts. This role is responsible for overseeing the platform’s strategic development, daily operations, user experience, and continuous improvement, while also leading contract drafting, analysis, reporting, and management for routine commercial contracts.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as the organizational owner and primary administrator of the contract management platform, including responsibility for long‑term strategy, system enhancements, and maintaining alignment with evolving business needs.
• Develop, implement, and refine comprehensive contract administration policies and procedures, including management of user credentials, onboarding protocols, system tutorials, contract intake workflows, and audit processes.
• Manage the vendor relationship for the contract management platform, including identifying and requesting enhancements, integrating new features, and validating system updates.
• Engage regularly with cross‑functional stakeholders to evaluate organizational needs and continuously improve contract platform usability, reporting capabilities, and contract organization methodologies.
• Draft, review, and revise a variety of contracts, amendments, forms, and templates in partnership with Legal Department colleagues and business stakeholders.
• Maintain a comprehensive library of contract forms, standardized templates and training materials.
• Identify key terms and prepare contract summaries for inclusion in the management platform, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and ease of reference.
• Conduct trend analysis across the organization’s contracting activities; deliver standardized and ad‑hoc reports to the Legal Department, Accounting, and DCLI leadership.
• Identify gaps in contract documentation, proactively recommend corrections, and implement process improvements to strengthen overall contract quality and compliance.
• Act as the subject matter expert for the contract management platform and contract summary framework, providing guidance and insights to Company colleagues.
• Develop, document, and maintain policies, procedures, and training manuals related to contracts, the contract execution process, and the contract management platform; conduct onboarding sessions and ongoing training for all new and existing users.
• Manage the DocuSign signatory workflow for assigned contract types and ensure alignment with company policy and legal requirements.
• Identify, evaluate, and implement opportunities to streamline and enhance contract processes, system functionality, and user experience.
• Partner with functional groups across the organization to refine contract workflows and processes to align with operational and structural changes.
• Lead, mentor, and manage one or more Contract Specialists, assigning and supervising work, providing performance guidance, and ensuring quality control of data‑entry‑heavy components of contract administration.

Qualifications

• Must be able to interpret and understand general contract language.
• Superior organizational skills – in terms of both projects and time management.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Outstanding communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with all corporate levels and departments within DCLI, and a willingness to serve in a gatekeeping/compliance role to further DCLI’s interests.
• Advanced computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, as well as the ability to learn new software applications.
• Familiarity with project, process, contract and/or procurement management.
• Bachelor’s degree or work experience equivalent.
• 5+ years’ experience working with contracts.
• Highly capable with strong work ethic and common sense.
• Must be able to pass a pre‑employment drug screening.

Direct Reports

• Contract Specialist

We understand that your role at DCLI is only part of who you are. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package provide resources for you to be your best self, grow professionally and personally, and reach your full potential.

• Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance options for you and your family
• Ample PTO and paid holidays
• 401k with company match
• Flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance
• Wellness resources
• Company-sponsored parties, outings, and other perks

At DCLI, you’ll find that everyone – from your coworkers and managers to the senior leadership team – wants to see you succeed and there are opportunities available for you to develop in your current role and prepare to take that next step in your career:

• Internal training and educational resources
• Quarterly and annual awards for outstanding performance
• Pathways to promotions and access to advice, feedback, and mentorship
• Participation in professional organizations
• Internships

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