Contracts Administrator Lead

Stoneridge Software began with an idea: How can Microsoft implementations be done better? After considering the idea and continually seeing the need for a business partner who could successfully deliver software implementations, Eric Newell, Becky Newell and Cody Marshall founded Stoneridge Software. As a 2023 Inc. Best Workplaces Honoree, member of the Microsoft Inner Circle, and award winning Microsoft Solutions Partner for Business Applications and Modern Work, we’ve developed a proven process for project delivery, a laser focus on long-term support to empower our clients’ success and a way to enjoy our work with a high degree of integrity. We know how to use tenacity to get the work done but we also know how important it is to balance work with the rest of our lives. Stoneridge Software has cultivated a flexible working environment, flexible vacation time, paid parental leave, continuous learning and development, and social wellness initiatives that bring a sense of belonging to all.

Our team is dedicated to helping customers get it right when it comes to software implementation and technology. We play as hard as we work, we embrace every opportunity to learn and share our success. What are you waiting for? Join us! 

Stoneridge Software is looking for a Contracts Administrator to lead our contracting process. We are seeking a client-centric and detail-orientated person who can collaborate across multiple departments and thrive in a fast-paced work environment. The Contracts Administrator Lead will work directly with the sales, delivery, and other internal teams to manage the contracts process from creation through final signatures. We are also looking for someone who can help streamline processes and leverage systems and tools to maximize efficiency and accuracy. In addition, this individual will support a variety of legal requests related to general business operations.

A Day in the Life

• Primary accountability over all legal contracts with clients, partners, and vendors
• Ownership of all legal contract templates, including tracking and making updates to templates as deemed necessary by the business
• Ensure legal contract templates have adequate protection for Stoneridge and meet compliance requirements
• Primary responsibility for contract reviews from clients and business partners (NDA, MSA, SOW, Support Agreements, Partner ISV or Referral Agreements, etc.), including reviewing redlines, client change requests, and participation in contract negotiations
• Liaison directly with client, partner and vendor representatives, and legal counsel in contract negotiation escalations
• Create visibility for any contract language changes or provisions that could create risk or a follow-up event
• Track and catalog all approved contract changes and final agreements
• Help streamline internal controls for all contracts; ensure fully executed agreements for all projects and provide visibility for any non-standard agreements that might have revenue recognition implications
• Lead and support contract-related process improvement initiatives
• Legal research and support on a variety of general business matters (i.e. legal entity and shareholder management, data privacy, insurance contracts portfolio, and other standard business topics, etc.)
• Backup for DocuSign support

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of direct contract administration experience required
• Bachelor's degree required, JD preferred
• Strong understanding of contract law
• Attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Contract negotiation skills
• Strong knowledge of business financial best practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, DocuSign, and Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability and appetite to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment




Work Location: This position is available on a REMOTE basis in the United States.




Travel: Limited travel is required for this role, outside of an occasional company function or training opportunity.

Health and Wellness

• Medical Insurance (premiums for employees paid for by the company)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) contribution program (US) or RRSP Benefits (Canada)
• Life insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Paid flexible time off
• Paid sick time (US) or floater days (Canada)
• Paid holidays
• Flexible work schedules
• Mobile/internet reimbursement
• Employee and family assistance program
• Learning and development allowance
• Employer charitable contribution
• Social wellness clubs
• Professional coaching
• Paid business mileage
• Home office and wellness allowance (US Only)
• HSA contribution (US Only)

Compensation

• Our philosophy is to provide compensation that is Competitive, Equitable, and Driven by Performance. Various factors impact our pay ranges including market conditions and national salary data. To determine competitive salaries within this range we consider candidates skills, qualifications, and experience. These are national ranges, inclusive of bonus opportunities and could represent multiple role levels.




US (USD): $80,000 - $101,500

We live and breathe our core values:

Integrity | Technical Excellence | Tenacity | Client Centric | Enjoy Our Work

They are the fabric of our company and a reflection of our organizational culture. Our values are a part of our talent acquisition process, how we operate our company and how we partner with our clients. We enjoy our work by exhibiting our technical excellence and tenacity while being inherently client-centric with integrity toward every customer engagement.

Stoneridge Software is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us unique. Growing the best team is at the center of our strategic plan. To be successful in this, we strive to create an inclusive environment and build a sense of belonging by celebrating our differences and ensuring fair and equitable treatment for all our team members. 

We will comply with local guidelines regarding infectious diseases and vaccine requirements. Team members who are required to travel to client sites, conferences and events that are not in Stoneridge Software offices, must comply with the client's COVID-19 policies and procedures or have an approved exemption.