Datadog · 4 hours ago
Contracts Manager - NYC
New York, New York, USA
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
$96K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expDatadog is seeking a skilled and adaptable Contracts Manager to join its growing Legal team. In this role, you will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a diverse range of vendor contracts, contributing to process improvements that support efficient and consistent contracting practices.
AnalyticsCloud ComputingCloud Data ServicesCloud InfrastructureData ManagementDevOpsProductivity ToolsSaaS
Responsibilities
Work closely with the Legal team and serve as a key point of contact for Procurement and internal stakeholders, supporting supplier and service provider engagements under established legal guidance. Responsibilities cover the full contract lifecycle from intake and negotiation through execution, amendment, and end-of-life
Review, draft, and negotiate a range of standard buy-side commercial agreements, with an emphasis on SaaS and technology-related vendor transactions. Typical intake may include agreements covering software, cloud services, privacy, professional services and consulting, marketing and advertising, equipment agreements (purchase, rental, and maintenance), office operations, facilities, and benefits
Partner cross-functionally with business stakeholders and subject-matter experts, including Product, Privacy, Security, and Procurement, to identify gaps between proposed contract terms and business, technical, and compliance requirements
Support vendor dispute resolution efforts by gathering information and coordinating with legal and business stakeholders
Support and advise on contract renewals and amendments, and provide practical guidance to internal teams regarding rights, obligations, and risk exposure under existing agreements
Contribute to the development, enhancement, and ongoing maintenance of contract templates, negotiation playbooks, and scalable self-service resources
Collaborate with the Legal Operations team to support and optimize the Legal Department’s use of technology, including contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems and AI-assisted contract review tools
Participate in cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives to advance the Legal Department and company-wide objectives
Qualification
Required
At least 5 years of experience reviewing, redlining, negotiating, and advising on a broad range of commercial agreements
Working knowledge of data privacy and security issues related to technology, benefits, marketing and other vendor agreements
Able to manage standard contract work with limited guidance, exercising sound judgment in day-to-day decision making
Demonstrated ability to identify legal, operational, and business risk in proposed contract terms
Ability to clearly explain risks to internal stakeholders and propose alternative language consistent with established guidance
A problem solver who can identify efficiency and scalability opportunities
Organized, process-driven, and resourceful, with strong attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously
Curious and adaptable, with a desire to learn and an aptitude for technology and legal operations tools
Strong written and verbal communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functions and remain effective in fast-paced or high-pressure situations
Flexible and eager to operate in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment
Preferred
Experience with real estate contracting and vendor dispute resolution is a plus, but not required
Benefits
Generous and competitive benefits package
New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan
Continuous career development and pathing opportunities
Employee-focused best in class onboarding
Internal mentor and cross-departmental buddy program
Friendly and inclusive workplace culture
Healthcare
Dental
Parental planning
Mental health benefits
A 401(k) plan and match
Paid time off
Fitness reimbursements
A discounted employee stock purchase plan
Company
Datadog
Datadog is an observability and security platform that offers infrastructure, applications, software development, and monitoring services.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.02BKey Investors
ICONIQ GrowthIndex VenturesOpenView
2024-12-09Post Ipo Debt· $870M
2020-05-28Post Ipo Debt
2019-09-19IPO
Leadership Team
Olivier Pomel
Co-founder, CEO
Alexis Le-Quoc
Co-founder & CTO
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