Contracts Manager

Cloudera

. Provide contracting expertise to cross-functional teams and customers while negotiating agreements for new and follow-on business .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,000 - $124,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in negotiating and drafting commercial contracts, particularly in enterprise software, while ensuring compliance with legal standards and company policies. Strong analytical and communication skills facilitate effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and customers.

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Contract NegotiationCommercial Contract DraftingData Privacy ComplianceAnalytical SkillsCustomer Service Skills

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Hard Skills

Contract DraftingNegotiation SkillsData Privacy KnowledgeIntellectual Property ProtectionCloud Computing ExpertiseRevenue RecognitionArtificial Intelligence KnowledgeComplex Technology NegotiationsEnterprise Software ContractsContract Risk Mitigation

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationPresentation SkillsMultitasking AbilityCollaborative WorkCustomer Interaction

Industry Keywords

Hybrid Cloud Software DeploymentCommercial LicensingCross-Functional CollaborationSales SupportContractual Rights

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide contracting expertise to cross-functional teams and customers while negotiating agreements for new and follow-on business
Review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts, including enterprise subscription and services agreements, non-disclosure agreements, complex order forms, and statements of work
Ensure agreements comply with company policies and global legal standards for hybrid cloud software deployment, data privacy, and commercial licensing
Prepare contract paperwork and advise management and internal stakeholders on contractual rights and obligations
Mitigate contractual risks and determine when to escalate issues
Compile and analyze contract-related data while maintaining accurate historical contract information
Build relationships with sales, deal desk, and revenue teams to facilitate efficient contract closure while minimizing risk
Participate in legal and cross-functional projects to improve processes and procedures
Support Cloudera’s United States sales organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 5+ years of experience negotiating sell-side business technology and digital data contracts, preferably enterprise software contracts
Strong knowledge of legal issues affecting software companies, including data privacy, intellectual property protection, cloud computing, software development, and revenue recognition
Expertise in artificial intelligence, commercial transactions, and complex technology negotiations
Excellent drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills
Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
Superior communication and internal/external customer service skills
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while working independently and collaboratively
Comfortable and confident dealing directly with customers, sales teams, and all levels of management
Not eligible for immigration sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous PTO Policy
Unplugged Days to support work-life balance
Flexible WFH Policy
Mental & Physical Wellness programs
Phone and Internet Reimbursement program
Access to Continued Career Development
Comprehensive Benefits and Competitive Packages
Paid Volunteer Time
Employee Resource Groups
Corporate incentive plan eligibility for non-sales roles