Contracts Administrator - Legal Operations

Packaging Corporation of America; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan with match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) seeks a Contracts Administrator to support the Commercial Legal Department across review, coordination, and administration of commercial contracts and related documentation.

The role serves as a key liaison between Legal and internal business partners, ensuring contracts are processed efficiently, accurately, and in accordance with company policies. Prior contract administration experience and proficiency with contract management systems are preferred.

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience in legal operations or contract administration.
• Familiarity with contract templates and review processes.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft and revise commercial agreements, including NDAs and sales contracts, using approved templates.
• Collaborate with Deputy General Counsel, Senior Counsel, and cross-functional teams to route contracts for review.
• Prepare and manage written communications regarding contract status and requests for legal review.
• Explain review processes to internal stakeholders and gather information for attorney review.
• Coordinate contract review and execution by tracking agreements and deadlines.

Skills

MS Office

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Associate's/Bachelor’s preferred

Paralegal certificate preferred

Tools

Contract management system

Document management system

Job description

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) seeks a Contracts Administrator to support the Commercial Legal Department across review, coordination, and administration of commercial contracts and related documentation.

The role serves as a key liaison between Legal and internal business partners, ensuring contracts are processed efficiently, accurately, and in accordance with company policies. Prior contract administration experience and proficiency with contract management systems are preferred.