Contract Manager
$140k - $240k • Remote • Toronto • FullTime
Posted 2d ago
About the job
Cohere is a leading enterprise AI company building cutting-edge foundation AI models and end-to-end products to solve real-world business problems. We are looking for passionate individuals to join our mission to scale intelligence and shape the future of AI. This role offers a unique opportunity to be a key player in scaling Cohere's contract operations, working closely with Legal, Sales, Product, and Finance to ensure smooth contract execution and management. You will be instrumental in streamlining our contractual processes to support rapid growth and contribute to the widespread adoption of AI.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for contract-related requests not requiring legal counsel, providing guidance on standard terms and processes.
- Assist with triaging legal requests and allocating them to appropriate counsel.
- Manage and maintain legal document management systems, ensuring contracts and related documents are organized, tracked, and accessible.
- Monitor contract compliance and key dates, providing proactive notifications for renewals, expirations, and critical milestones.
- Oversee the contract lifecycle from initiation through execution, including drafting standard agreements, managing approvals, and maintaining repositories.
- Develop and implement efficient contract management processes and workflows to support business growth.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, Product, and Finance to ensure contract terms align with business objectives.
- Support the legal team with contract administration, data entry, and preparation of contractual materials.
- Create and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and standard operating procedures.
- Analyze contract data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvement.
- Assist with reporting on contracts.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in contract management, preferably in a fast-paced technology or AI company.
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities.
- Practical, business-oriented mindset with the ability to balance legal requirements with business needs.
- Proficiency with contract management software, specifically Ironclad, including workflow and template management.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google productivity tools.
- Experience with standard contract types including NDAs, master service agreements, and procurement contracts.
- Familiarity with AI industry contracts and technology sector agreements is an asset.
- Experience in implementing or optimizing contract management processes is an asset.
- Proactive, solutions-focused, and enjoy finding ways to improve operational efficiency.
Benefits
- Weekly lunch stipend of $75/£75 or equivalent.
- Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget for mental health.
- RRSP matching, 401K, Pension Scheme.
- 100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months, for either parent.
- Annual enrichment benefits: Arts & culture, fitness/wellness, quality.