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Manager, Legal Contracts

Knoxville, TN, usFull-time2026-10-05 → 2026-10-22

Core

Strategic and operational leadership for enterprise contracting and agreement management, overseeing the contract lifecycle from intake to closeout.

Role type

Manager, Legal Operations (Contract Management)

Builds

Scalable contract operations framework, CLM strategy, governance models, and repository standards.

Domain

Legal Operations / Enterprise Contracting

Required skills

Contract lifecycle management, CLM platform strategy, governance model design, stakeholder coordination, process documentation, change management, resource planning

Preferred skills

Experience with electronic signature platforms, contract metadata administration, reporting dashboards, Microsoft Office enterprise systems

Technologies

CLM platforms, electronic signature platforms, Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Lead the enterprise contract operations program and define the operating model for agreements; Own the CLM strategy, governance model, and adoption plan; Establish governance for contract templates, clause libraries, and approval authorities; Oversee contract repository integrity and lifecycle controls; Plan and direct testing, change management, and training for new processes; Build a scalable contract operations capability through documented procedures and continuous improvement.

Seniority

Manager, hands-on leadership