Agency Temporary - Senior Contracts Administrator

NantWorks (the "Company") is the parentcompany of various private and public entities that are changinghow we work, live and play. We focus on three main categories: lifesciences; energy & renewables; and media & technology. We investin strategies that improve our core capabilities and in brandnew industries, poised to change mankind for the better. Bycapturing tomorrow's opportunities through scientific processes andentrepreneurial philosophies, we are at the forefront of emerginghigh-growth technologies across a wide range of industries.

The Company is a mandatory vaccination employer for COVID-19 and its variants. The Company requires that its employees be fully vaccinated as of their start date. If you require a medical or religious accommodation we will engage in the interactive process with you. Proof of vaccination will be required prior to start. If we make you an offer and you are not yet vaccinated, we will accommodate a delay in start date. The Company may also mandate that its employees receive vaccine boosters, and all accommodation laws will be followed.

Position Summary

The Agency Temporary - Senior Contract Administrator position will provide all forms of contract-related support through all phases of the contract lifecycle. The role will partner with a variety of key business stakeholders throughout the company.

Essential Functions

• Support team of attorneys working in a fast-paced environment on R&D, clinical trial and related agreements, including:
  • Complete templates to create initial agreement drafts based on intake forms
  • Incorporate attorney comments into drafts and conduct final review of drafts prior to sending them to the other party
  • Track contracts from intake, drafting, negotiation, approval and execution
  • Manage draft control, running comparison of every round of negotiations and saving all drafts to working files
  • Route contracts through the company's required approvals process and facilitate electronic execution and finalization
  • Perform routine follow-up on contracts in the negotiation process and attend weekly update meetings with clinical and operations teams
  • Upload contracts and input relevant data into Company's contract management repository
• Monitor, triage, and process group email inbox used for contract requests and questions, including assignment of requests for review, assign and track action items and file processed emails.
• Respond to questions and direct inquiries regarding contracts and other matters.
• Create and maintain contract reports.
• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Handle additional projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma, with a minimum of 7+ (including but not limited to internships and/or coursework) years of relevant experience required, Or
• Associate's degree, with a minimum of 5+ (including but not limited to internships and/or coursework) years of relevant experience required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to exercise professionalism, poise and tact in all verbal and written correspondence
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to set priorities under pressure
• Proficient knowledge of MS Office
• Willingness to take initiative to complete projects
• Good judgment and practicality

Working Environment / Physical Environment

• This role will be an onsite role in El Segundo, CA
• Regular work schedule is Monday - Friday, within standard business hours. Flexibility is available with manager approval
• Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer.
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 20 pounds.

The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications, prior experience as well as geographic location.

$38.70 (entry-level qualifications) to $43.00 (highly experienced) per hour

The application window is anticipated to close on 60 days from when it is posted or sooner if the position is filled or closed.