Contract Specialist

Akkodis; San Rafael (CA); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K plan

Paid leave and holidays

Job summary

Akkodis is seeking a Contracts Associate for a 12-month contract in San Rafael, CA 94901 (Hybrid). The role supports enterprise-wide contracting within a biotechnology company, working with attorneys, GSP, and business partners to draft, negotiate, track, and manage contracts.

Ideal candidates have biotech-related background, strong organization, and excellent communication skills. Onsite two days a week required, with potential additional onsite days as needed.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and fast learner with strong work ethic.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with internal/external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word/Excel/PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, track, and manage a high volume of contracts using templates and playbooks.
• Support enterprise-wide contracting within a biotechnology company.
• Collaborate with attorneys, Global Sourcing and Procurement, and business partners.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Technology aptitude

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Akkodis is seeking a Contracts Associate for a 12-month contractjob with a client in San Rafael, CA 94901 (Hybrid). Ideally looking for applicants with a solid background in the biotechnology industry is a must.

Pay Range: $35 - $40/hr on W2, all-inclusive (The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.)

Client is seeking a Contracts Associate to join our Legal Department. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an organized, detail-oriented professional to gain hands-on experience supporting enterprise-wide contracting within a dynamic biotechnology company. The Contracts Associate will work closely with attorneys, Global Sourcing and Procurement (GSP), and business partners across the organization to draft, negotiate, track, and manage a high volume of contracts. Using established templates, playbooks, and procurement and contract management systems, the successful candidate will help facilitate efficient contract execution while ensuring compliance with Legal policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to work onsite at least two days per week (currently Tuesdays and Thursdays), with occasional additional onsite days as needed.
• Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, a quick learner, and have a strong work ethic.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong proofreading and editing skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and promptly with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers/partners, outside counsel, internal legal team, business partners, GSP, and other stakeholders; proactively communicate relevant issues and deadlines.
• Excellent organization and time management skills required; Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, work effectively in a fast-paced environment with a heavy workload, and work under pressure.
• Strong technology aptitude and willingness to learn new systems, processes, and enterprise AI tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a contracts administrator or contracts associate.
• Coursework in legal studies or experience at a law firm or within an in-house legal department of a public company.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave, including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers