Contracts Manager, Project Kuiper

Amazon; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Contracts Manager for an exciting new initiative to provide high-speed broadband connectivity through a satellite constellation. This role involves drafting and negotiating various contracts, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and managing projects to ensure compliance and process improvement. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and problem-solving skills, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and be able to manage multiple tasks effectively. Join this forward-thinking organization and contribute to a project that aims to connect underserved communities worldwide.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of contracts management or similar experience.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating contracts including MSAs and licensing agreements.
• Collaborating with legal teams and business units.

Skills

Contracts Management

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Project Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

5+ years of relevant experience

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Description

Project Kuiper is an initiative to launch a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites that will provide low-latency, high-speed broadband connectivity to unserved and underserved communities around the world. We are looking for a talented Contracts Manager to support this new and exciting initiative.

The role involves drafting and negotiating various contracts including MSAs, work orders, licensing agreements, and marketing, sponsorship, and promotion agreements. Additional responsibilities include process improvement, compliance research, problem solving, interacting with clients and outside counsel, coordinating legal research, conducting trainings, drafting and implementing policies, and managing projects.

You will collaborate with our in-house legal team and business units such as marketing, engineering, and product management to design the customer experience. The ideal candidate can handle high volumes of tasks quickly, respond promptly to urgent situations, work independently, and solve problems affecting multiple groups.

Export Control Requirement: Candidates must be U.S. citizens or nationals, U.S. permanent residents (Green Card holders), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as refugees or granted asylum, due to export control laws.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of contracts management, paralegal, or similar experience in a law firm, government, or in-house legal department, reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project management experience
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Sound judgment in ambiguous situations
• Curious, adaptable, enthusiastic, and team-oriented
• Experience in legal departments or law firms

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. For workplace accommodations during the application process, visit this link. Compensation varies by market and experience, with a range from $68,400 to $146,300 annually, plus potential equity, sign-on bonuses, and benefits. Applicants should apply via Amazon’s career site.