Senior Contract Administrator

Penn Information Systems & Computing

. Assist counsel and contract administrators with internal and external review and drafting of Penn Medicine contracts and transactional matters .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • United StatesSenior💰 $77,330 - $94,793 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist counsel and contract administrators with internal and external review and drafting of Penn Medicine contracts and transactional matters
Perform detailed contract review, drafting, and administration for services, equipment, consulting and staffing agreements, professional services, educational affiliations, governmental and commercial contracts, information systems, amendments, and other transactional matters
Review and abstract contractual provisions and associated documents for entry into the Contract Tracking System
Verify contract compliance provisions
Train and onboard UPHS users; coordinate user access updates and maintain user/password lists
Serve as liaison and point of contact for the Contract Tracking System and executed contracts
Maintain and update contract database systems and files
Input contract data, establish and organize files, and coordinate system implementation and maintenance
Maintain tickler systems for terminations, renewals, supporting documentation, contractual deadlines, and corporate deadlines
Identify and process contracts requiring evaluation through the contracted services evaluation system
Assist in-house and outside counsel and contract administrators with legal matters relating to Health System contracts and corporate services
Draft termination, renewal, extension, and amendment notices
Prepare documentation for contract approval and execution
Develop, schedule, and run Contract Tracking System reports
Research contractual issues and support document production, due diligence, regulatory compliance, and transactional matters
Assist counsel with legal and corporate research, including statutes, regulations, ordinances, corporate filings, and cases
Attend meetings with Health System personnel
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of five to seven years’ paralegal experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferably experience in corporate and/or contracting
Contracting database management, contract drafting, or related experience
Experience in a law firm, hospital legal office, or corporate office setting
Expertise and skill in use of computer systems
Technical skills and strong database experience preferred
Initiative and independent judgment
Superior organization, planning, analytical, and communication skills
Diplomatic, personable, responsive, and practical approach to internal clients and outside third parties
Ability to work cooperatively with co-workers and respond well to competing time demands and deadlines
Motivation and pride in work product
Accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail
Ability to deal tactfully and professionally with all levels of management
Energetic and flexible
Excellent interpersonal skills
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children, including at other institutions
Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans
TIAA and Vanguard investment options
Substantial time away from work for vacations, personal affairs, illness, injury, and family needs
Long-term care insurance for faculty, staff, and eligible family members
Wellness and work-life programs and resources
Professional and personal development resources
Access to University libraries, athletic facilities, arboretum, art galleries, cultural and recreational activities
Discounts and special services for arts, entertainment, transportation, mortgages, cars, cellular phone plans, movie tickets, and theme parks
Flexible work options, including non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures
Forgivable homeownership loan for eligible employees in West Philadelphia
Adoption assistance for qualified expenses, up to two adoptions per household