Contracts Paralegal

Jobot; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Role stability and strong community reputation

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Illinois is seeking an experienced Contracts Paralegal to support their General Counsel. The role involves managing commercial agreements for a complex organization and requires at least 10 years of experience in an in-house setting. Key responsibilities include vendor negotiations, contract lifecycle management, and coordination with internal departments. Candidates with strong organizational skills and a paralegal degree are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience as a contracts paralegal, preferably in-house.
• Strong expertise in MSAs, SOWs, NDAs, and procurement agreements.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support General Counsel with vendor negotiations and contract reviews.
• Manage contract lifecycle from initial request to execution and renewal.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders on contracting needs.

Skills

Vendor negotiations

Contract review

Contract lifecycle management

Excellent written and verbal communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate

Tools

Contract management systems

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Overview

Contracts Paralegal | Premier Chicagoland Healthcare Organization | 10+ Years Experience | Partner with GC | MSAs, SOWs, NDAs | Vendor Negotiations | Process Improvement | Excellent Benefits

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Salary $80,000 - $110,000 per year

About Us

Join Illinois' largest independent orthopedic group practice, serving communities across 100+ locations throughout the Chicagoland area with 150+ fellowship-trained physicians. This established healthcare leader provides comprehensive orthopedic care and is known for innovation, excellence, and commitment to improving patients\' quality of life. The legal team plays a critical role supporting the organization\'s continued growth and complex business operations.

Why join us?

• Partner directly with General Counsel
• Diverse commercial agreements across 100+ locations
• Build and refine contract management processes
• Stable organization with strong community reputation
• Collaborative environment valuing legal professionals
• Sophisticated vendor and procurement agreements
• Healthcare law and corporate governance exposure

Job Details

A leading Chicagoland healthcare organization seeks an experienced Contracts Paralegal to join their in-house legal department. This role provides direct support to the General Counsel and offers hands-on experience managing commercial agreements for a complex, multi-site organization serving the Chicago area and northwest Indiana.

Responsibilities

• Support General Counsel with vendor negotiations and contract review processes
• Review, draft, and negotiate Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), and other commercial contracts
• Serve as lead paralegal for commercial agreements and procurement contracts
• Manage contract lifecycle from initial request through execution and renewal tracking
• Maintain organized contract database and implement process improvements
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders across departments on contracting needs
• Track key contract terms, deadlines, and renewal dates
• Research contract-related issues and support dispute resolution efforts
• Develop and maintain contract templates and playbooks
• Assist with general corporate matters and legal department projects as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor\'s degree or paralegal certificate required
• 10+ years of contracts paralegal experience, preferably in-house environment
• Proven experience supporting General Counsel with vendor negotiations and commercial contracts
• Strong expertise in MSAs, SOWs, NDAs, and procurement agreements
• Demonstrated contract lifecycle management skills
• Track record of implementing process improvements and efficiency initiatives
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities
• Proficiency in contract management systems and Microsoft Office suite
• Strong business acumen and ability to work cross-functionally
• Detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
• Healthcare or multi-location organization experience preferred
• Interested candidates should submit their resume for immediate confidential consideration.
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