ALKU · 2 weeks ago
Senior Contracts Specialist
Andover, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expALKU is a company that focuses on supporting corporate and revenue teams, and they are seeking a Senior Contracts Specialist to manage client Master Service Agreements and improve contract processes. This role involves reviewing, executing contracts, and collaborating with various teams to enhance contract lifecycle management.
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Responsibilities
Own the review, redlining, and execution of client MSAs, amendments, and renewals with minimal oversight
Serve as the primary subject-matter expert for MSAs across corporate and revenue teams
Manage contract turnaround times to consistently meet or exceed internal SLAs, proactively flagging risks related to volume, timing, or complexity
Clearly communicate contract risks, deviations from standard terms, and recommended next steps to Sales Directors, Account Managers, and Corporate Leadership
Maintain accurate version control and contract records across internal systems
Partner closely with General Counsel to escalate non-standard terms and ensure alignment with ALKU’s risk posture
Review existing contract workflows end to end to identify gaps, bottlenecks, and potential SLA risks
Design and implement improvements to contract intake, review, tracking, and handoff processes to support scale
Support the implementation, configuration, and adoption of CLM platform, including intake workflows, templates, and reporting
Partner with Corporate Leadership, Legal, and Technology teams during the CLM rollout to ensure the system reflects real-world contract volume and turnaround needs
Develop and maintain contract playbooks, templates, and job aids to promote consistency and clarity
Recommend workflow enhancements, automation opportunities, and system improvements to Corporate Leadership
Partner with Revenue, Legal, and other corporate stakeholders to ensure alignment and clarity throughout the contract lifecycle
Provide regular visibility into contract volume, turnaround times, risk trends, and operational observations to Leadership
Contribute to broader operational initiatives focused on efficiency, scalability, and the overall client experience
Qualification
Required
Ability to independently manage complex contracts while balancing competing deadlines
Strong judgment and comfort making recommendations related to contract risk and prioritization
High attention to detail without losing sight of speed or business impact
Clear, confident written and verbal communication, especially with non-legal stakeholders
A process-oriented mindset with the ability to create structure where little exists
Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Strong collaboration skills across Revenue, Legal, and Corporate Leadership teams
Experience working with CLM tools, workflow systems, and document version control
5+ years of experience in contract management, contract operations, legal operations, or a related role
Hands-on experience reviewing and redlining MSAs and service agreements
Experience supporting fast-paced, revenue-driven organizations
Bachelor's degree in Business, Legal Studies, Operations, or equivalent relevant experience
Preferred
Experience in staffing, consulting, or professional services strongly preferred
Experience with CLM or workflow tools (e.g., Monday.com, SharePoint, Bullhorn, IntelAgree) preferred
Company
ALKU
ALKU is a specialized consulting services firm based in Andover, Massachusetts.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$960.58M2024-05-07Undisclosed· $960.58M
2023-04-24Acquired
2015-12-21Private Equity
Leadership Team
Andrew Bull
CEO & President
Mark Eldridge
Founder & Chairman
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