Strategic Contracts Manager: Risk, Negotiation & Execution

LHH; Novato (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA

Life & AD&D insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

LHH is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager in California to oversee review, negotiation, and management of diverse business agreements. The role emphasizes independent work, risk assessment, and clear communication with senior leadership to drive contract outcomes.

Responsibilities include drafting, negotiating, and managing renewals, with emphasis on accuracy and timely execution. Ideal for candidates who thrive with minimal supervision and possess strong contract expertise.

Qualifications

• Experience reviewing and managing contracts independently.
• Strong risk assessment and ability to recommend changes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Executive-level communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to learn new systems quickly and work with minimal supervision.
• Experience with contract management software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze vendor, service, healthcare, provider, and operational agreements.
• Identify contractual risks, unfavorable terms, and areas requiring revision.
• Prepare redlines and negotiate terms as needed.
• Advise internal stakeholders and leadership on contract risks and recommendations.
• Manage contract records, renewals, expiration dates, and cancellation deadlines using a contract management system.
• Coordinate contract renewals, amendments, and terminations.
• Draft agreements using established templates and contract resources when needed.
• Maintain accurate contract documentation and ensure agreements move through review and execution.

Skills

Contract review

Independent work

Executive communication

Risk assessment

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Learning systems

Negotiation

Tools

Contract mgmt software

Job description

LHH is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager in California to oversee review, negotiation, and management of diverse business agreements. The role emphasizes independent work, risk assessment, and clear communication with senior leadership to drive contract outcomes.

Responsibilities include drafting, negotiating, and managing renewals, with emphasis on accuracy and timely execution. Ideal for candidates who thrive with minimal supervision and possess strong contract expertise.