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Robert Half

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United States , Philadelphia

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64.00 USD / Hour
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Job Description:

We are partnering with a leading organization to identify a Contract Attorney to support a high‑volume corporate transactions team. This role is ideal for a hands‑on corporate generalist who is comfortable managing contracts end‑to‑end, working directly with business stakeholders, and operating independently in a fast‑paced environment.

Job Responsibility:

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a high volume of third‑party commercial agreements, including: Technology and software agreements, SaaS agreements, Vendor and service provider contracts, Outsourcing agreements, Real estate‑related agreements
  • Perform extensive contract redlining (90–95% of workload) using third‑party templates
  • Negotiate directly with external counsel and counterparties
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders, driving contracts from intake to execution
  • Manage multiple agreements simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and timely delivery
  • Ensure alignment with internal risk tolerance, policies, and legal standards

Requirements:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree
  • Active admission to practice law in PA, NJ, or another U.S. state
  • 5–7 years of experience negotiating and drafting commercial agreements in a law firm and/or in-house legal department
  • Demonstrated experience with technology, vendor, and outsourcing agreements
  • Strong organizational, prioritization, and project management skills
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams, and SharePoint
  • Strong negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder influence skills
  • Ability to adapt in a dynamic and evolving business environment

Nice to have:

  • For-profit in-house legal experience
  • Direct support of IT or Global Operations teams
  • Experience with SaaS, digital products, or AI-related agreements
  • Knowledge of privacy laws and information security practices in commercial contracting
What we offer:
  • medical
  • vision
  • dental
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • free online training

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 15, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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