Contracts Manager
Core
Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of commercial contracts (drafting, negotiation, execution, administration) for AccuWeather, serving as a liaison between Legal, Sales, Operations, Finance, and external stakeholders.
Role type
Individual contributor Contracts Manager
Builds
Commercial agreements, Statements of Work, and related legal/commercial documents
Domain
Legal Operations / Commercial Contracting
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> client delivery (contracts)
Required skills
Commercial contract drafting, negotiation, risk identification, contract lifecycle management, contract management systems proficiency, analytical skills, problem-solving
Preferred skills
NCMA CPCM certification, experience in corporate Legal departments, experience with technology/data/licensing agreements, AI-enabled contract tools experience
Technologies
Contract management systems, AI-enabled contract tools
Responsibilities
Manage preparation, review, negotiation, and execution of commercial agreements; Draft and revise contracts and amendments; Identify legal, financial, and operational risks; Negotiate provisions with external parties; Partner with Sales, Operations, and Finance to resolve issues; Liaise with clients and outside counsel; Manage contract workflows, renewals, and obligations in company systems; Utilize AI tools for drafting and analysis; Improve contract processes and templates; Provide reporting on contract metrics; Guide stakeholders on contracting standards.
Seniority
Mid-Senior level (5-7+ years experience)