Contracts Manager

RELX

. Evaluate contract compliance and advise internal stakeholders on contractual rights, obligations, risks, and required actions .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeMcLean • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $71,600 - $119,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in negotiating, drafting, and managing complex commercial contracts, with a strong focus on compliance with federal, state, and local government regulations. Proven ability to communicate contractual risks and influence commercial strategy while managing stakeholder relationships effectively.

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Contract NegotiationContract ManagementGovernment ContractingStakeholder ManagementProcess Improvement

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Hard Skills

Contract DraftingContract ComplianceRisk AssessmentNegotiation StrategiesCommercial Risk EvaluationWorkflow ManagementException ManagementProject LeadershipTime ManagementCritical Thinking

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationProfessional Relationship BuildingProblem-SolvingAdaptabilityCustomer-Focused Mindset

Tools & Technologies

AI-Enabled ToolsContract Review SoftwareWorkflow Efficiency Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CJIS Compliance Certification

Industry Keywords

Federal ContractingState ContractingLocal ContractingProcurement LawsRegulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate contract compliance and advise internal stakeholders on contractual rights, obligations, risks, and required actions
Independently negotiate, draft, execute, and manage contracts in alignment with team guidelines, workflows, and approval processes
Partner with Sales, Account Management, Legal, Finance, Operations, and other stakeholders to develop negotiation strategies
Build and manage strong internal and external relationships through timely communication and clear expectation setting
Collaborate cross-functionally to influence commercial strategy, secure approvals, resolve issues, and support contract execution
Articulate contractual risks, trade-offs, options, and exceptions to support informed business decisions
Identify, escalate, and document exceptions to standard contracting language
Manage workload and priorities to meet deadlines while delivering accurate, high-quality work
Drive process improvements through documentation, team education, and consistent contracting practices
Support strategic initiatives aimed at achieving or exceeding revenue targets
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required
3+ years of experience contracting, negotiating, drafting, and managing federal, state, and local government contracts
Demonstrated ability to independently negotiate, draft, execute, and manage complex commercial contracts and service orders
Strong understanding of contracting workflows, policies, approval processes, exception management, and commercial risk evaluation
Ability to manage complex, high-value negotiations and contribute to commercial strategy
Proven ability to clearly communicate contractual risks, options, and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders
Ability to lead projects or key initiatives, contribute to team development, and support process improvement efforts
US citizenship and ability to obtain clearance required
Demonstrated proficiency in leveraging AI-enabled tools and technologies to support contract management activities, including contract review, drafting, analysis, workflow efficiency, and process improvement
Commercial judgment and disciplined decision-making
Negotiation, influence, and stakeholder management
Clear communication and professional relationship building
Problem-solving, critical thinking, and sound risk assessment
Time management, prioritization, and adaptability
Customer-focused mindset with knowledge of federal, state, and local government procurement laws, regulations, and contracting requirements
Required to pass the standard company background check and enhanced criminal background check
Must be certified by state and local law enforcement to access criminal justice information and maintain CJIS compliance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive, multi-carrier program for medical, dental and vision benefits
401(k) with match
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Wellness platform with incentives
Headspace app subscription
Employee Assistance and Time-off Programs
Short-and-Long Term Disability
Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
Family Benefits, including bonding and family care leaves, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Health Savings, Health Care, Dependent Care and Commuter Spending Accounts
Annual Paid Time Off
Up to two days of paid leave each to participate in Employee Resource Groups
Up to two days of paid leave each to volunteer with your charity of choice
Annual incentive bonus