Sr. Principal Contract Negotiation Analyst

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 107,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Company-paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Sr. Principal Contract Negotiation Analyst to join our client’s team in the Aerospace & Defense space. This remote role leads complex commercial negotiations, shapes contract terms, and protects company interests while improving templates and processes.

You will partner with Legal Counsel and stakeholders, assess risk, and mentor colleagues in negotiation strategies. U.S. citizenship is required and the role offers comprehensive benefits with a strong compensation package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years in law, supply chain, contracts or commercial negotiations or JD with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Extensive experience reviewing, drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Proven ability to lead high-complexity negotiations and assess contractual risks.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the review, drafting, and negotiation of complex commercial agreements.
• Develop and execute negotiation strategies while assessing contractual risks.
• Advise stakeholders on contractual rights and obligations, coordinating with Legal Counsel.
• Serve as a resource for complex contractual issues, exercising independent judgment.
• Collaborate with Legal Counsel on emerging contractual issues, including AI-related provisions.
• Contribute to the development of contract templates and negotiation processes.
• Mentor less experienced team members on negotiation strategies and risk assessment.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract drafting

Risk assessment

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in law/related field

Juris Doctor

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Sr. Principal Contract Negotiation Analyst to join the team of a leader in the Aerospace & Defense space.

This role will lead complex commercial contract negotiations that support mission-critical programs and business objectives in a highly regulated environment. The position partners closely with Legal Counsel and stakeholders across the organization to assess risk, shape contract terms, and protect the company's interests. It also plays a key role in improving contract templates, negotiation processes, and team capability over time.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $106,800 – $160,200 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead the review, drafting, and negotiation of complex commercial agreements
• Develop and execute negotiation strategies while assessing contractual risks
• Advise stakeholders on contractual rights and obligations, coordinating with Legal Counsel
• Serve as a resource for complex contractual issues, exercising independent judgment
• Collaborate with Legal Counsel on emerging contractual issues, including AI-related provisions
• Contribute to the development of contract templates and negotiation processes
• Mentor less experienced team members on negotiation strategies and risk assessment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years in law, supply chain, contracts, or commercial negotiations; or Juris Doctor with 5+ years of relevant experience
• Extensive experience reviewing, drafting, and negotiating complex commercial agreements
• Proven ability to lead high-complexity negotiations and assess contractual risks
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively
• Skilled in building relationships and influencing stakeholders across various functions
• U.S. citizenship required

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company-paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal business

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.