[Remote] Contract Administrator

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. TASC (Total Administrative Services Corporation) is seeking a Contract Administrator to support the organization by preparing, examining, negotiating, and revising contracts. The role involves collaborating with internal stakeholders and external parties to ensure contracts align with business objectives and minimize risks.ResponsibilitiesAdministers various contracts (including all varieties of revenue, distribution, vendor/sourcing, special venture or unique business relationships.) These documents can take a variety of forms such as MSA, PSA, SOW, Amendments, Addendum, Letter of Intent and such. Duties require mitigating risks by understanding the purpose of the contracts, supporting negotiations, preparing correspondence, drafting documents or forms (i.e., redlining) obtaining business acceptance, execution of the forms, maintaining reference documentation and company-wide retention systemsSupport the sales process through participation in preparation for request for proposals RFPs and coordination of all required documents, along with ensuring the Enterprise properly complies to requirements in said RFP while maintaining Enterprise rightsExplain and interpret rules, regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to contractual agreements and proper processes to followGenerates, maintains and audits a central contract-resource file; ensuring all records are accurate and up to dateWrite supporting letters and other communications or notices related to contracting mattersAnalyze contracts to ensure they comply with state and federal laws and regulations. Ensure Enterprise policies are maintained or get approval where deviation has low risk and high value to the EnterpriseReview contract estimates, including proposed materials, costs, etc. and determine whether they seem reasonable and accurateSupport negotiations or defense of claims or provisions manage contractual changes and resolve disputes by applying conflict resolution between contracted parties for the EnterpriseEstablish contract management plans, measure and monitor performance and provide regular reportingWork closely with Sourcing & Vendor Mgmt. and vendor managers to review, identify, assess (legal and business liabilities/risks) and explain documentation within contractual agreementsManage and train designated vendor managers on Enterprise policies and procedures related to all contracting between partiesFormulate new processes, policies and procedures related to contract management as neededOperate within TASC’s guidelines pursuant to the Employee Handbook and all Policies and ProceduresPerform additional duties as requested by Supervisor and/or ManagementSkillsA bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Finance, Communications or related fieldMinimum 4-7 years of experience in contracts, and legal risk mgmtAbility to support complex contract activity that requires the development of specialized contract vehicles and techniques to accomplish business goals and objectivesStrong attention to detail and organization skillsSuperior written skills with a focus on proper legal terminology, document construction and wordingAbility to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writingStrong interpersonal skills to develop relationships with internal and external customers. This includes difficult or crucial conversations with all levels of management internally and outside the EnterpriseAbility to prioritize and multitask a variety of different projectsAbility to use independent judgement and creativity to resolve contractual issuesPrevious experience reviewing/managing contracts, appreciation of contract legal requirements, product compliance and other legal familiarityParalegal or law degree from an accredited college or university is strongly preferredCompany OverviewTASC (Total Administrative Services Corporation) is an award-winning nationwide administrator of tax-advantaged health benefits plans offering comprehensive services for Clients, Participants, and Providers and serving companies ranging in size from one employee to thousands! New product development, innovative tools, and outstanding, transparent service keep TASC’s service offerings at the forefront of third-party benefits administration. It was founded in 1975, and is headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.tasconline.com.