Sr. Contracts Manager

Larson Maddox; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital system in Houston is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of clinical trial and sponsored research agreements. The role offers significant opportunities for professional growth and requires 5+ years of relevant experience. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in contract negotiation and legal analysis, with a focus on ensuring compliance with institutional policies and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a contract manager setting.
• Experience with clinical trial agreements and a variety of other vendor contracts.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the full lifecycle of complex clinical trial and sponsored research agreements.
• Partners with attorneys and stakeholders to ensure contracts meet standards.
• Provides expert legal analysis and communicates effectively with senior leadership.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Legal analysis

Communication with leadership

Job description

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Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $125,000.00/yr

Our client is a leading hospital system in Houston looking to add a contracts manager to their growing legal team! The role offers tons of room for professional growth and a clear path for upward trajectory.

Role Overview:

• Oversees the full lifecycle of complex clinical trial and sponsored research agreements, including drafting, negotiation, and execution.
• Partners with attorneys, internal departments, and external stakeholders to ensure contracts meet institutional policies, regulatory standards, and business needs.
• Provides expert legal analysis, identifies regulatory issues, and communicates effectively with senior leadership to drive timely and compliant contract outcomes.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in a contract manager setting
• Experience with clinical trial agreements / sponsored research agreements & a variety of other vendor contracts.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care
• Health and Human Services
• Research Services