Senior Contract Specialist — Complex Agreements & Negotiations

UpToDate; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Job summary

UpToDate is seeking a Specialist III in contract administration to manage the full lifecycle from drafting to closure, ensuring compliance and timely delivery. You will support complex negotiations, analyze risk, and train junior team members while coordinating with cross-functional partners.

The role offers exposure to strategic objectives within a global organization and a competitive benefits package, with base compensation in the upper mid market and a bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3+ years’ experience in contract administration and review.
• Well-versed in Microsoft Word.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of contract administration from drafting to closure.
• Ensure compliance with all contractual obligations and deadlines.
• Lead the preparation of comprehensive requests for proposals (RFPs).
• Conduct in-depth analysis of contracts to identify risks and issues.
• Support complex contract negotiations and amendments independently.
• Maintain detailed and organized contract records and compliance documentation.
• Evaluate proposals and bids to ensure they meet specifications.
• Provide guidance and training to junior team members on contract processes.
• Develop and present reports on contract status, performance, and compliance.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to address contract-related inquiries and issues.

Skills

Advanced contract knowledge

Risk management

Communication

Negotiation

Organization

Compliance

Software proficiency

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

UpToDate is seeking a Specialist III in contract administration to manage the full lifecycle from drafting to closure, ensuring compliance and timely delivery. You will support complex negotiations, analyze risk, and train junior team members while coordinating with cross-functional partners.

The role offers exposure to strategic objectives within a global organization and a competitive benefits package, with base compensation in the upper mid market and a bonus eligibility.