Contracts Manager, Research and Development Legal
Parexel
Legal Consultant
Opal Group
contract
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • New York • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $65 - $100 per hour
Job Level
JuniorMid-Level
Tech Stack
Cyber Security
About the role
- Review and provide guidance on contracts, including hotel agreements, sales contracts, and occasionally employment contracts.
- Identify key contractual terms, risks, and obligations, providing clear and actionable feedback to the internal team.
- Acknowledge receipt of all requests and complete tasks within 48 hours.
- If clarification is needed, request it promptly and complete the task within 48 hours of receiving the required information.
- Provide light advisory support for legal questions or issues that may arise before escalation to third-party counsel.
- Maintain organized records of contract reviews and related communications.
- Collaborate with internal managers to ensure timely execution of contracts and related actions.
- May occasionally provide input on compliance, HR, privacy, or cybersecurity questions.
- On rare occasions, may assist with general legal inquiries or research directly relevant to contract matters.
- Maintain a detailed log of hours and tasks performed, prepare an accurate monthly invoice, and submit it for prompt payment.
Requirements
- Law degree and admission to, or in the process of admission to, the New York State Bar.
- Minimum of 2–3 years of legal experience, preferably with contracts in commercial, hospitality, or event-related settings.
- Demonstrated ability to independently review, interpret, and provide guidance on contracts.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High degree of ethics, discretion, and professionalism.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with limited oversight.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Familiarity with New York City operational or political environments is a plus.
- Understanding of other U.S. state laws regarding hotel lease agreements is helpful but not required.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
contract reviewcontract interpretationlegal researchcomplianceHRprivacycybersecuritycommercial contractshospitality contractsevent-related contracts
Soft skills
attention to detailanalytical thinkingproblem-solvingwritten communicationverbal communicationethicsdiscretionprofessionalismtask managementself-motivation
Certifications
law degreeNew York State Bar admission
