Contract Specialist

Here at The Knot Worldwide, we believe in doing work that matters. In more than 16 countries around the world, The Knot Worldwide’s leading family of brands—including The Knot, WeddingWire, Bodas, The Bash, The Bump, and more—help people take celebration planning from inspiration to action. When you join our global team, you’ll be a part of a diverse group of individuals passionate about serving and enabling our communities to celebrate the moments that make us.ABOUT THE ROLE AND OUR TEAM:We are a collaborative global legal team that enjoys working on fun and challenging projects together. We are looking for an experienced, business-minded, and motivated contract specialist to oversee and manage all spend-related contract needs for our global company. This role is ideal for an in-house contract specialist who is experienced in technology and business-related contract drafting and negotiation. You will play a pivotal role in managing and negotiating spend contracts, ensuring legal compliance and operational efficiency. You will work closely with the Procurement team to streamline contract processes, support business objectives, and ensure that all agreements align with our company's policies and risk tolerance. Additionally, you will manage our Senior Legal Assistant, providing guidance and support in contract management. The successful candidate will also collaborate with other cross-functional teams including our FP&A, Accounting, InfoSec, and Enterprise teams to ensure compliance and efficient business processes. This position will report to our VP, Global Legal Affairs based in Spain.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of spend-related contracts, including vendor agreements, master services agreements contracts, and data processing agreements.Work closely with the Procurement team to ensure that contracts are aligned with operational needs, budgets, and strategic goals.Manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle for the legal team, from initial request through execution and renewal, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all contracts.Identify and mitigate risks in contractual agreements, ensuring compliance with company policies, local regulations, and international legal standards.Develop and implement contract templates, guidelines, and playbooks to enhance efficiency and consistency across the business.Supervise and mentor direct report, providing direction on contract management and supporting their professional development.Maintain accurate records and reporting of contract negotiations, approvals, and compliance measures, including management of online contract repository.SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES HAVE:7-9 years of experience in a contract specialist or similar role, including experience with contract management and negotiations, legal operations, or a related fieldDemonstrable experience handling the Key Responsibilities listed above, including strong understanding of contract law and formation, the ability to proactively identify legal issues and mitigate risks and exposure, and extensive experience with complex contract management.Ability to manage and mentor team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment both within and across teams.Skilled at managing contract workflows and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented with an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.Strong and effective contract drafting and negotiating skills with excellent oral and written communication skills.Fluency in English and Spanish is required.Knowledge of COUPA or other Contract Management Platform is a strong plus.At The Knot Worldwide, we believe you are more than a resume and invite you to go for it, take the leap of faith, and apply for this job if it sparks your passion to join TKWW and make a difference!WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT YOU:You Dream Big. You iterate and experiment to drive innovation.You Love Our Users. You keep our global community at the center of everything you do.You Do the Right Thing. You strengthen your team through respect, fairness, and inclusion.You Hustle Every Day. You favor urgency and own your outcomes.You Win Together. People are at the heart of our success and you play as a team.WHAT YOU LOVE ABOUT US:We believe in a wide range of holistic offerings to support our employees so that they can live our values day in and day out. From mental wellbeing, physical health and financial planning, to engaging perks and discounts, we are in the business of celebrating and supporting the Moments that Matter. We offer flexible vacation, generous parental leave and prioritize initiatives that support the growth, development, and happiness of our people.To facilitate in-person collaboration, we have office spaces in Barcelona, Spain; Boston, MA; Delhi, India; Galway, Ireland; London, England; Madrid, Spain; New York, NY; Omaha, NE; Portland, OR; and Washington, D.C.We are seeking applicants residing in the Central or Eastern US time zones to facilitate effective communication with the company’s headquarters in Chevy Chase, MD.US Notice:

The Knot Worldwide provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. In addition to federal law requirements, The Knot Worldwide complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. The Knot Worldwide expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.Job Info

Job Identification: 2498Job Function: LegalPosting Date: 11/08/2024, 09:09 PMLocations: 2 Wisconsin Circle, Chevy Chase, MD, 20815, US

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