Contracts Manager

Clinisys; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Clinisys seeks a Contract Manager to negotiate software licensing, SaaS, and data protection agreements, guiding the contracting lifecycle and mitigating risk. The role collaborates with Sales, Finance, Operations, Legal, and Technical teams to drive quality, efficiency, and risk visibility through AI-enabled CLM tools.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree, at least five years in contract management, and strong drafting and negotiation skills, with proficiency in MS Office, CRM, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, law, legal studies, political science, procurement, finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ demonstrated contract management experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, Zoom, Teams, CRM tools, and contract lifecycle management platforms.
• Experience with, or demonstrated ability to quickly learn, AI-enabled contract management or automation tools that support contract review, workflow efficiency, reporting, and risk identification.

Responsibilities

• Review and negotiate a range of agreements, including software licensing, SaaS, support, business associate agreements, data protection agreements, professional services agreements, consulting agreements, nondisclosure agreements, and data security agreements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate policies.
• Communicate contract and legal terms to Clinisys leadership and other functional areas.
• Document non-standard terms and risk profiles using Clinisys’ CLM and CRM tools.
• Use AI-enabled contract management tools to support contract review, clause analysis, risk identification, workflow tracking, reporting, and contract data quality.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including contract process standardization, template refinement, contract automation opportunities, and adoption of AI-enabled contracting workflows.
• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Ownership

Time management

AI-enabled contracting

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree

Law degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Teams

CRM tools

CLM platforms

NetSuite

DocuSign

Job description

Purpose

The Contract Manager negotiates contract terms that support Clinisys’ business objectives while minimizing legal, financial, and operational risks. This role collaborates closely with Sales, Finance, Operations, Legal, and Technical resources to manage the end-to-end contracting process. The Contract Manager also uses contract lifecycle management tools, AI-enabled contract management capabilities, and data-driven workflows to improve contract quality, consistency, efficiency, and risk visibility.

Clinisys’ AI Philosophy

Building an AI‑first organization is central to Clinisys’ purpose and the impact we deliver. As a global provider of intelligent diagnostic informatics solutions, we build AI‑enabled, cloud‑based platforms to enhance diagnostic workflows across healthcare, life sciences, and public health. By applying intelligent technology thoughtfully and responsibly, we help laboratories and testing environments operate more effectively, generate meaningful insights at scale, and ultimately support healthier and safer communities. Operating across more than 30 countries, Clinisys expects all colleagues—regardless of role or function—to work confidently with AI‑enabled tools, apply digital and analytical thinking, and continuously adapt as technologies evolve, must drive an AI‑first sense of purpose and urgency.

Essential Functions

• Review and negotiate a range of agreements, including software licensing, SaaS, support, business associate agreements, data protection agreements, professional services agreements, consulting agreements, nondisclosure agreements, and data security agreements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate policies.
• Communicate contract and legal terms to Clinisys leadership and other functional areas.
• Document non-standard terms and risk profiles using Clinisys’ CLM and CRM tools.
• Use AI-enabled contract management tools to support contract review, clause analysis, risk identification, workflow tracking, reporting, and contract data quality.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including contract process standardization, template refinement, contract automation opportunities, and adoption of AI-enabled contracting workflows.
• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills needed to be successful

• Deep understanding of contract language, excellent negotiation skills, and well-developed writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Business acumen and ability to work independently.
• Excellent analytical, critical, and creative thinking skills.
• Sound judgment, integrity, ownership, and accountability.
• Ability to prioritize and execute deadlines while handling multiple tasks.
• Flexibility, resourcefulness, and a team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to understand and apply technical concepts relevant to software, SaaS, and healthcare technology agreements.
• Proficiency in contract lifecycle management tools and ability to use AI-enabled contract review, automation, and analytics capabilities responsibly and effectively.
• Process improvement mindset with the ability to identify opportunities to streamline contracting workflows, improve data quality, and support scalable contract operations.

Required Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, law, legal studies, political science, procurement, finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ demonstrated contract management experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, Zoom, Teams, CRM tools, and contract lifecycle management platforms.
• Experience with, or demonstrated ability to quickly learn, AI-enabled contract management or automation tools that support contract review, workflow efficiency, reporting, and risk identification.

Preferred Experience & Education

• Master’s degree, law degree, certification in contract management, procurement, business operations, or equivalent advanced training.
• Familiarity with privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, healthcare compliance, or procurement requirements applicable to commercial technology contracts.
• Experience supporting healthcare, laboratory, diagnostics, public sector, or government contracting environments.
• Hands‑on experience with CLM platforms, NetSuite, DocuSign, document automation tools, or AI-enabled contract review technologies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in a normal office setting with minimal exposure to health or safety hazards. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Up to 25% travel may be required
• Moderate lifting/carrying 15-44 lbs.; use of fingers; walking/standing 2-6 hours
• Exposure to hazardous materials or various weather conditions

Benefits

Our benefits for Full Time employees are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of work. From health and wellness benefits, 401 (k) Savings Plan, stock incentive programs, paid time off, parental leave, and tuition assistance, we've got you covered with our total rewards package.

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position who is generally within the range of $80,000 - $100,000 for annual base salary. The successful candidate’s actual pay will be based on various factors, such as work location, qualifications, and experience, so the actual starting pay may be above or below this range.

Clinisys Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Clinisys, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

General Guidance

This job description is intended to provide an accurate depiction of the tasks and accountabilities most often associated with this role. Nothing in this description restricts the company from changing, reassigning, expanding, or reducing the scope of responsibilities, and the description is subject to change at any time.

Role Location

This position is open to candidates located within the United States. While all qualified applicants will be considered, candidates based in or near the Raleigh, NC area who can work 3 days per week from our office may be given preference due to business needs, team collaboration, and occasional local meetings.