Contract Specialist

About Atrium:

What you do matters. As a people-centric organization, we foster an environment of collaboration, high performance, and innovation where your talents are valued and your achievements are celebrated. Join us and become part of an inclusive team.

Client Overview:

Our client is a research institution located in Providence, Rhode Island, known for its rigorous, innovative research and commitment to inclusive education. They are looking to add a Contract Specialist to their team.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$34/hr

Position Overview:

Our client is seeking an experienced Contract Specialist to support the review, drafting, routing, and execution of IT-related contracts. This role requires close collaboration with internal teams and external vendors to ensure contract accuracy, compliance, and timely processing in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities of the Contract Specialist:

• Review and approve incoming requests for IT-related goods and services.
• Draft and enter contracts into the contract management system.
• Route contracts for internal and external review and signature via DocuSign.
• Partner with stakeholders and subject matter experts to ensure legal and procurement compliance.
• Manage a high volume of contracts with accuracy and attention to detail.

Required Experience/Skills for the Contract Specialist:

• 3 – 5 years of experience in contracts or legal document management.
• Experience working with IT or technical contracts.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word (especially Track Changes for redlining).
• Highly organized with strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Contract Specialist:

• Familiarity with Jaggaer Contracts+ (BCM).
• Legal background (law firm, paralegal, or legal secretary experience).
• Paralegal certification or relevant training.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to think strategically and support contract negotiations.

Education Requirements: 

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.

Benefits:

• Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).

By applying to this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, and/or emails from Atrium and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to opt out on any message you receive. For more details, please review our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

As a woman-owned firm, we value diversity. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Candidates who apply for roles through the Atrium website will be added to our candidate pool and may be considered for additional roles of a similar title. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO