Corporate Contracts Manager

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS); Irving (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Awardco recognition

Medical options

Travel Discounts

Pet insurance

Wellness Programs

401k program

Job summary

Worldwide Flight Services in Irving, TX is seeking a Corporate Contracts Manager to review, negotiate, and administer customer-facing agreements, with a focus on SGHAs in aviation ground handling.

You will coordinate with Commercial, Operations, Safety, Finance, and Insurance to evaluate provisions, manage the contract lifecycle, and drive standardization through playbooks and CLMS tools. Strong negotiation and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of contract management or related legal operations experience.
• Experience negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Strong written and verbal communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Proficiency with contract lifecycle systems and AI review tools.

Responsibilities

• Review, negotiate, and administer SGHAs and related agreements.
• Lead end-to-end contract workflow from intake to repository.
• Coordinate with Operations, Safety, Finance, Insurance for provisions.
• Track SLAs, penalties, and contract metrics.
• Drive adoption of CLMS and AI-assisted review tools.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

J.D. (preferred)

Tools

SharePoint

Sirion

AI-powered contract review tools

Job description

Take a Huge step in your career and join Worldwide Flight Services. WFS employs over 22,200 of the finest professionals in ground handling across a global network of more than 170 locations and 22 countries on five continents. A career with us opens up a world of opportunities to develop your existing skills, to learn new skills, and to experience working with different customers and cultures with the sole aim of always delivering a world-class service. WFS provides a full-service capability that includes Aviation cargo, Airline passenger, and Aviation ramp services. Our team of people is highly trained, highly skilled, and confident airport service professionals who are supported by local training and development. We are passionate, capable, and always willing to explore new opportunities presented by customers all over the world.

About WFS

Join our Worldwide Flight Services and Oxford family and contribute to the timely delivery of cargo shipments, luggage, business to customer delivery, and on-time flights while operating safely and securely. We perform at the highest level for our customers every day, and strive to be an exceptional leader in our industry with our teams of cargo, passenger, ramp handling, and technical service experts in 227 airport locations, 27 countries, and on 5 continents. Are you ready to take off on your next career with us?

Job Summary

The Corporate Contracts Manager is responsible for managing the review, negotiation, and administration of customer-facing commercial agreements, with a primary focus on Standard Ground Handling Agreements (SGHAs).

Responsibilities

• Support RFP processes, draft, review, and negotiate customer contracts (primarily SGHAs and cargo or ground handling agreements) using established Company playbooks
• Negotiate contract terms directly with airline customers in coordination with the Commercial team
• Manage the end-to-end contract workflow: intake, review, internal approvals, negotiation, execution, and repository management
• Coordinate with internal subject matter experts (e.g., Operations, Safety, Finance, Insurance) to evaluate specific contract provisions
• Manage SLAs and coordinate with operations leaders to review, update, and assess potential risks or penalties
• Drive adoption of legal technology and AI-assisted review tools, including building, maintaining, and continuously improving AI contract review playbooks to reflect the Company's evolving commercial positions and risk appetite
• Support adoption of CLMS system, including entering and tracking contract data within such system
• Track and report on contract metrics, including cycle times, common negotiation issues, and customer-specific trends
• Identify opportunities to improve and standardize contracting processes across lines of business
• Serve as a subject matter expert for attendance policies and disciplinary procedures
• Train supervisors and managers on attendance tracking systems and disciplinary processes
• Address employee inquiries regarding attendance, points, and corrective actions
• Collaboration with HR on escalated employee relations issues

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in contract management, contract administration, legal operations, or a paralegal role involving commercial agreements
• Demonstrated ability to review, interpret, and negotiate complex commercial contracts
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects
• simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfort working directly with external counterparties in a negotiation setting
• Proficiency with AI-powered legal tools (experience with AI contract review platforms is strongly preferred)
• Experience working with SharePoint and contract lifecycle management systems (Sirion preferred)
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong organization and project management skills with demonstrated ability to operate in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with Standard Ground Handling Agreements (SGHAs) or aviation and logistics industry contracts
• Experience building or managing contract playbooks, clause libraries, or negotiation guidelines
• Exposure to air cargo, ground handling, or airline operations
• Background in process improvement, legal operations, or legal technology implementation

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor's degree or higher; J.D. preferred, but not required

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods, operate a computer and office equipment, communicate effectively, and occasionally move items up to 20 pounds.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Perks & Benefits

• Want your pay in advance? Access your pay when you need it through DailyPay app!
• Are you a top performer who thrives on recognition? On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more!
• Need quality medical care? Multiple options for both full and part-time employees!
• Want WFS Employee Extras? Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More!
• Looking to stay healthy and improve your life? Wellness Programs offered to all employees!
• Want to invest in your future? 401k program offered!
• Looking to grow and have a career with us? Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available!