Contracts Manager

Loftware; United States; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

401(k) with company match

Ample vacation

Remote flexibility

Culture that values inclusion and diversity

Job summary

A leading software provider in the US is seeking a Contracts Manager to negotiate and manage customer licensing and vendor agreements. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of legal experience, particularly in software/SaaS environments. Responsibilities include drafting contracts, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring compliance with corporate guidelines. The role can be hybrid or remote, offering competitive salaries and a culture of inclusion and diversity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years legal experience in a large law firm or in-house with a software/SaaS provider.
• Strong knowledge of software revenue recognition and international markets.
• Detail-oriented with leadership ability and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review contracts with customers and partners.
• Collaborate on software licensing and vendor agreements.
• Ensure contract terms align with corporate guidelines.

Skills

Legal experience in a large law firm or in-house

Managing processes

Cross-functional project coordination

Knowledge of software revenue recognition

Detail-oriented problem solving

Excellent communication skills

Ability to influence senior management

High initiative and independence

Job description

Contracts Manager – Loftware

Location: Portsmouth, New Hampshire (Hybrid) or Remote (US – EST hours). Visa sponsorship is not available.

Job Overview

Loftware seeks a detail‑oriented, highly motivated Contracts Manager to join our expanding global legal department. The role reports to Corporate Counsel and partners closely with global Finance, Sales, Services and other operational teams to negotiate and provide legal and commercial advice on all customer licensing and services agreements, vendor contracts and related matters.

Responsibilities

• Initial point of contact for drafting and reviewing software subscription and licensing agreements, order forms, amendments, NDAs and other contracts with customers, suppliers, partners and resellers.
• Collaborate with global sales, service and operations to manage and finalize software licensing (SaaS and on‑premise) and vendor agreements.
• Ensure contract terms align with corporate contracting strategy, are approved by relevant stakeholders and are negotiated within Loftware’s legal, financial and compliance guidelines.
• Escalate non‑standard or complex matters to senior members of the Legal and Compliance Team.
• Support continuous improvement of standard form agreements, legal processes and related system file administration.
• Streamline and automate the contracting process, maintaining documented processes, standard forms and playbooks.
• Assist in expanding Loftware’s vendor management and procurement program.
• Track deadlines, deliverables and maintain open communication with business partners and internal clients on contract status.
• Exhibit flexibility and willingness to take on new responsibilities and ad‑hoc projects as identified.

Qualifications

• 5+ years legal experience in a large law firm or in‑house with a software/SaaS solution provider.
• Demonstrated experience managing processes, coordinating cross‑functional projects and meeting established deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of software revenue recognition considerations and international markets.
• Experience advising on and structuring licensing (SaaS), partnership and marketing transactions.
• Detail‑oriented problem‑solver with leadership ability and creative/efficient resolution skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication and ability to influence senior management.
• High initiative, ability to work independently under pressure in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment.
• Superior English language writing and oral communication skills.

How to Set Yourself Apart

• Proactive, hands‑on strategic thinker with integrity and unwavering commitment to our mission.
• Exceptional research, oral, writing and organizing abilities; consistent attention to detail.
• Flexibility and willingness to manage a broad variety of legal matters and ad‑hoc projects.

Why Loftware?

Loftware is a global leader in supply chain and labeling technology. Our people are talented, curious and inspiring. We offer competitive salaries, benefits, 401(k) with company match, ample vacation, remote flexibility and a culture that values inclusion, diversity and belonging.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Loftware is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to recruiting qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We believe we are stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities each person brings to our company.

About Loftware

Loftware’s end‑to‑end cloud‑based labeling platform helps businesses of all sizes manage labeling across their operations and supply chain. Our solutions print over 51 billion labels every year. Loftware has a global presence in the US, UK, Germany, Slovenia, China and Singapore.

Join Loftware and Make Your Mark

#Makeyourmark with Loftware – apply today!