Commercial Contract Administrator- Legal

At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.

The Contract Administrator  role will support the entire contract lifecycle, from proposal, through negotiations and execution, to contract close out. This role will focus on customer facing contracts and work with a variety of stakeholders from functions across the organization to negotiate and manage commercial contracts. The role requires understanding and implementation of legal, regulatory, procedural and contractual requirements. The Contract Administrator will leverage digital technology, contracting and project management expertise to assist Beta with a best in class contracting process.

• Support the entire contract lifecycle, from proposal, through negotiations and execution, to contract close out. This role will focus on customer facing contracts and work with a variety of stakeholders from functions across the organization to negotiate and manage commercial contracts.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, obtain inputs from subject matter experts, and contribute to Beta’s strategy and contract positions for negotiations. 
• Negotiate directly with domestic and international customers. 
• Identify and advise on risks associated with contract terms. Mitigate risks through contract negotiations and planning project execution.
• Evaluate RFPs and provide proposal inputs and recommendations on contractual matters.
• Ensure contracting reflects business, compliance and legal requirements and appropriately implements Beta strategy and procedure.
• Review, analyze and summarize contracts. Comfortable presenting and advising key stakeholders, counsel and management on the same.
• Power user and key administrator for Contract Lifecycle Management system that will manage updates to templates, workflows, users, approvers and repository.
• Validate and manage repository data. Manage reports and dashboards and leverage data for contract management lifecycle. Prepare reports and documentation in collaboration with Legal Operations on the contract performance and associated Key Performance Indicators.
• Support and assist with organization and project management of complex negotiations.  
• Provide contract administration and management services, including advice on contract interpretation, rights and obligations, assistance with conflicts and claims, renewals, extensions and terminations. 
• Draft and redline contracts. Summarize key issues and seek input and approvals from counsel.
• Lead initiatives to make the contract management process more effective and efficient. Assist with negotiation guidance and playbooks for Beta’s templates.

• 4-10+ years of experience prior experience working as a contract administrator, paralegal or similar role at a law firm or in-house legal department
• In person or hybrid position for South Burlington, VT office
• Strong organization, oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Superior organization and project management skills
• Excellent written communication skills
• Strong computer aptitude, which includes expertise with Microsoft and G-Suites and other legal technology
• Accuracy and high attention to detail
• Experience with different contract types, contract financial structures, and compliance principles
• Familiarity with intellectual property, licensing, and export terms 

• Experience in aerospace or similar complex manufacturing industry preferred
• Degree, certification or specialization relevant to contracts
• Expertise in contract management systems or software
• Advanced Excel skills and/or data visualization tool experience (Power BI, etc.)
• US Government contract experience

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, and handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Inclusivity Statement

Each of our backgrounds influences how we evaluate our own abilities. Research reveals that BIPOC, LGBTQ+, women, those from working-class backgrounds, individuals with disabilities, and other marginalized groups may hesitate to apply for roles if they don't meet all the requirements. Many skills can be learned on the job. If you can envision contributing value to our community and meet most criteria, we encourage you to apply.

BETA Technologies provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, health coverage status, HIV status, genetic information, crime victim status, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. The company does not discriminate, and will not discriminate, and will not tolerate discrimination, based on any of these characteristics during the application process or in employment.

All offers of employment at BETA Technologies are contingent upon favorable results of a thorough background check.

BETA Technologies is an E-Verify employer.