Contracts Manager

The Contracts Manager at bswift is responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various agreements such as service agreements, renewal agreements, NDAs, and more. This role involves managing the entire contract lifecycle using the CLM tool, IronClad, and collaborating closely with stakeholders across different departments. Additionally, you will ensure that team members are informed about contract terms and will assess identified risks with the support of bswift's attorneys.

To be considered for the Contracts Manager position at bswift, you need a Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field, along with a minimum of 5 years of experience working with contracts—specifically 2 years in SaaS contracts either at a law firm or within an in-house legal department. Strong time management skills, excellent communication abilities, and familiarity with CLM tools are crucial for this role.

As a Contracts Manager at bswift, you can expect a remote-first work environment that offers flexibility and creativity. Our culture is supportive and emphasizes collaboration, open communication, and teamwork. We value each team member’s contributions and provide ample opportunities for personal and professional growth while maintaining a positive and engaging workplace atmosphere.

At bswift, we are dedicated to fostering career growth and development for our employees. As a Contracts Manager, you will have access to training resources, mentorship programs, and opportunities to further your skills, including certification guidance. We encourage continuous learning and provide an environment where your ambitious goals can be achieved.

bswift offers comprehensive health benefits, competitive compensation, a remote-first work environment, retirement savings plans, and various employee wellbeing initiatives focused on mental health and professional development. As a member of our team, you'll thrive in a culture that values creativity and teamwork while enjoying a work-life balance.

When answering this question, focus on specific examples from your previous roles where you successfully drafted and negotiated contracts. Highlight the types of agreements you've worked with, the processes you followed, and any significant challenges you overcame during negotiations. This shows your practical knowledge and skill in managing contracts.

To address this question, discuss the methods or tools you use to prioritize tasks, such as maintaining a contract management system or a to-do list. Explain how you assess urgency and importance, and provide an example of a time when effective prioritization led to meeting deadlines successfully.

This is your opportunity to showcase your problem-solving skills. Choose a specific situation where you faced challenges during a negotiation. Discuss the issues, your approach to resolving them, and the outcome. Highlight your communication skills, adaptability, and ability to find common ground.

Discuss your familiarity with tools such as IronClad, Salesforce, or DocuSign. You might also want to elaborate on how you've used these tools in previous positions to streamline processes, manage contracts, or improve collaboration within a team, proving your tech-savvy nature.

To answer this question, explain your methods for ensuring compliance, such as regularly reviewing contract terms, communicating with team members, and maintaining updated knowledge of relevant laws and regulations. Providing examples of how your actions have prevented compliance issues will demonstrate your proactive nature.

Convey your commitment to continuous learning by mentioning specific resources you utilize such as legal publications, industry conferences, or professional associations. Additionally, relate how staying informed allows you to mitigate risks and keep contracts compliant.

Your response should emphasize the importance of cross-departmental collaboration. Share examples of successful partnerships you've formed with departments such as Sales, Customer Service, or Finance, and how communication has facilitated smoother contract processes.

Highlight your organizational skills by sharing techniques you employ, such as project management software, prioritizing tasks, and setting clear deadlines. Relate a situation that showcases your ability to handle multiple contracts or projects successfully.

Approach this question by explaining your risk assessment process, which may involve analyzing key terms, consulting with legal counsel, and considering the impact on the business. Providing an example where you identified risks and mitigated them can showcase your analytical and strategic thinking.

Acknowledge that humor can be a valuable tool in diffusing tense situations and fostering a positive work environment. Share a lighthearted moment or approach you've taken that helped bridge gaps in communication, underscoring the importance of maintaining good relationships while navigating complex contract discussions.