Interim Contracts Manager
Major, Lindsey & Africa
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Redwood City, CA
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Mid-Senior level
Posted April 17, 2026
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- Independently manage end-to-end contract lifecycle for complex agreements, including reviewing and being familiar with the various provisions of CDAs, MSAs, SOWs, and consulting/vendor agreements and coordinating execution for the same (potentially some drafting for NDAs, SOWs, etc.).
- Serve as the functional lead and subject matter expert for the Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) system: administer workflows, configure templates, and generate performance reports and dashboards.
- Evaluate and implement process improvements to increase contract velocity, reduce risk, and ensure scalability as the company grows toward and beyond commercialization.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to align legal, procurement, compliance, and finance teams on contract policies, approval workflows, and documentation practices.
- Train and mentor legal operations staff and business stakeholders on contracting standards, template usage, and system navigation.
- Partner with legal leadership to track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), risk mitigation strategies, and audit readiness.
- Stay current with industry’s best practices and emerging technologies in contract operations and make recommendations for adoption or enhancement.
- Act as primary liaison between Legal and IT or external vendors regarding contract systems upgrades, user support, and business continuity planning.
- Ensure the organization’s contracts meet internal standards and legal, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements.
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- 8–10+ years of contract management or legal operations experience, with demonstrated progression and increasing responsibility.
- Proven expertise with CLM platforms (e.g., Conga CLM), including configuration, optimization, and reporting functions.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional contract-related initiatives and implement process improvements with measurable outcomes.
- Strong understanding of contract law principles, privacy, compliance (e.g., anti-kickback, data protection), and pharma/biotech regulatory considerations
- Experience supporting legal or business operations in a pharmaceutical or life sciences company (including working in the commercial and compliance frameworks of such a company).
- Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize, execute, and drive outcomes independently.
- Highly effective communicator—able to explain complex processes clearly and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Comfortable using data to assess performance, support recommendations, and inform leadership decision-making.
- Experience leading systems transitions, enterprise rollouts, or contract template harmonization initiatives.
Preferred Skills
- Certifications in legal operations or project management, a plus.
Education
- (Required) – Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or certifications (e.g., IACCM, CLM, legal operations) preferred.
- (Not required) – Certifications in legal operations or project management, a plus.
Major, Lindsey & Africa’s Interim Legal Talent group has an immediate need for an Interim Contracts Manager Overview : Interim Contracts Manager reporting to the AGC, Contracts Company: Publicly-traded, clinical-stage precision oncology company, based in the Bay Area Experience: Minimum of 8-10+ years relevant experience Location: Hybrid - Redwood City, CA office The Opportunity: The Legal department is seeking a Contracts Manager to serve as a key operations and legal enablement partner, driving contract lifecycle strategy, system optimization, and enterprise-wide stakeholder alignment. Reporting to the Associate General Counsel, Contracts, this role applies advanced expertise in contract processes and cross-functional collaboration to develop scalable solutions, lead legal operations initiatives, and mentor others in best practices. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can work autonomously, lead change across teams, and deliver process improvements that directly support business acceleration and legal compliance. Responsibilities Include:
Independently manage end-to-end contract lifecycle for complex agreements, including reviewing and being familiar with the various provisions of CDAs, MSAs, SOWs, and consulting/vendor agreements and coordinating execution for the same (potentially some drafting for NDAs, SOWs, etc.).
Serve as the functional lead and subject matter expert for the Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) system: administer workflows, configure templates, and generate performance reports and dashboards.
Evaluate and implement process improvements to increase contract velocity, reduce risk, and ensure scalability as the company grows toward and beyond commercialization.
Lead cross-functional initiatives to align legal, procurement, compliance, and finance teams on contract policies, approval workflows, and documentation practices.
Train and mentor legal operations staff and business stakeholders on contracting standards, template usage, and system navigation.
Partner with legal leadership to track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), risk mitigation strategies, and audit readiness.
Stay current with industry’s best practices and emerging technologies in contract operations and make recommendations for adoption or enhancement.
Act as primary liaison between Legal and IT or external vendors regarding contract systems upgrades, user support, and business continuity planning.
Ensure the organization’s contracts meet internal standards and legal, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements. Qualifications Include:
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or certifications (e.g., IACCM, CLM, legal operations) preferred.
8–10+ years of contract management or legal operations experience, with demonstrated progression and increasing responsibility.
Proven expertise with CLM platforms (e.g., Conga CLM), including configuration, optimization, and reporting functions.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional contract-related initiatives and implement process improvements with measurable outcomes.
Strong understanding of contract law principles, privacy, compliance (e.g., anti-kickback, data protection), and pharma/biotech regulatory considerations
Experience supporting legal or business operations in a pharmaceutical or life sciences company (including working in the commercial and compliance frameworks of such a company).
Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize, execute, and drive outcomes independently.
Highly effective communicator—able to explain complex processes clearly and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Comfortable using data to assess performance, support recommendations, and inform leadership decision-making.
Experience leading systems transitions, enterprise rollouts, or contract template harmonization initiatives.
Certifications in legal operations or project management, a plus. Pay Range: $50-75/hr Information regarding benefits can be found on MLA’s Website on the Consultant Resources Page: https://www.mlaglobal.com/en/consultant-resources All interested and qualified candidates should apply directly with Major, Lindsey & Africa for review and consideration. Major, Lindsey & Africa does not discriminate against applications on the basis of age, sex, race or any other protected characteristics pursuant to applicable state or federal laws. Bullhorn Job ID: 239728
Independently manage end-to-end contract lifecycle for complex agreements, including reviewing and being familiar with the various provisions of CDAs, MSAs, SOWs, and consulting/vendor agreements and coordinating execution for the same (potentially some drafting for NDAs, SOWs, etc.).
Serve as the functional lead and subject matter expert for the Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) system: administer workflows, configure templates, and generate performance reports and dashboards.
Evaluate and implement process improvements to increase contract velocity, reduce risk, and ensure scalability as the company grows toward and beyond commercialization.
Lead cross-functional initiatives to align legal, procurement, compliance, and finance teams on contract policies, approval workflows, and documentation practices.
Train and mentor legal operations staff and business stakeholders on contracting standards, template usage, and system navigation.
Partner with legal leadership to track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), risk mitigation strategies, and audit readiness.
Stay current with industry’s best practices and emerging technologies in contract operations and make recommendations for adoption or enhancement.
Act as primary liaison between Legal and IT or external vendors regarding contract systems upgrades, user support, and business continuity planning.
Ensure the organization’s contracts meet internal standards and legal, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements. Qualifications Include:
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or certifications (e.g., IACCM, CLM, legal operations) preferred.
8–10+ years of contract management or legal operations experience, with demonstrated progression and increasing responsibility.
Proven expertise with CLM platforms (e.g., Conga CLM), including configuration, optimization, and reporting functions.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional contract-related initiatives and implement process improvements with measurable outcomes.
Strong understanding of contract law principles, privacy, compliance (e.g., anti-kickback, data protection), and pharma/biotech regulatory considerations
Experience supporting legal or business operations in a pharmaceutical or life sciences company (including working in the commercial and compliance frameworks of such a company).
Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize, execute, and drive outcomes independently.
Highly effective communicator—able to explain complex processes clearly and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Comfortable using data to assess performance, support recommendations, and inform leadership decision-making.
Experience leading systems transitions, enterprise rollouts, or contract template harmonization initiatives.
Certifications in legal operations or project management, a plus. Pay Range: $50-75/hr Information regarding benefits can be found on MLA’s Website on the Consultant Resources Page: https://www.mlaglobal.com/en/consultant-resources All interested and qualified candidates should apply directly with Major, Lindsey & Africa for review and consideration. Major, Lindsey & Africa does not discriminate against applications on the basis of age, sex, race or any other protected characteristics pursuant to applicable state or federal laws. Bullhorn Job ID: 239728