The Contract Specialist plays a crucial role in managing the entire contract lifecycle, from drafting and negotiation to execution and compliance monitoring. They are detail-oriented with strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills, capable of collaborating with various departments to ensure contracts meet both legal standards and organizational objectives.t
What You'll Do- Contract Development and Negotiation: Drafts, reviews, and negotiates contracts with clients, suppliers, and partners. Ensures contracts are clear, comprehensive, and aligned with organizational goals.
- Compliance and Risk Management: Monitors compliance with contract terms and applicable laws and regulations. Identifies potential risks and develops mitigation strategies.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration and Support: Works closely with legal, finance, procurement, and operations teams to facilitate contract execution and compliance. Provides expert guidance on contract-related inquiries and issues.
- Database Management: Maintains an organized and accurate contract management database. Ensures timely renewals, amendments, and terminations of contracts.
- Performance Monitoring: Tracks contract performance metrics and reports on compliance and effectiveness. Addresses and resolves any disputes or performance issues that arise.
- With 3-5+ years of experience in contract management or a similar role.
- Have a law degree from a recognized Indian university or equivalent.
- Possess a strong understanding of software and technology contracting and negotiating customer contracts.
- Possess in-depth knowledge of contract law and regulations.
- Have strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficient in contract management software (e.g., IronClad, Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Proven negotiation skills and the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously.
- 3+ years of commercial and privacy contracting experience under United Kingdom, European, United States, and APAC laws at a recognized law firm or technology company.
Authorization to Work in the U.S.: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future. DISCO is not currently sponsoring visas, including, but not limited to, H-1B, TN, or EAD, and we are not accepting visa transfers.
Perks of DISCO- Open, inclusive, and fun environment
- Benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as 401(k)
- Competitive salary plus RSUs
- Flexible PTO
- Opportunity to be a part of a company that is revolutionizing the legal industry
- Growth opportunities throughout the company
DISCO provides a cloud-native, artificial intelligence-powered legal solution that simplifies ediscovery, legal document review and case management for enterprises, law firms, legal services providers and governments. Our scalable, integrated solution enables legal departments to easily collect, process and review enterprise data that is relevant or potentially relevant to legal matters.
At DISCO, we believe AI is a core enabler of how work gets done. All employees are expected to proactively adopt and responsibly use AI tools to drive efficiency, improve outcomes, and continuously evolve how they operate in their role.
Are you ready to help us fulfill our mission to use technology to strengthen the rule of law? Join us!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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