Contracts Specialist (Legal team), Healthcare Consulting - EST Hours

About Sellers Dorsey

Sellers Dorsey is a leading and fast-growing national healthcare consulting firm specializing in Medicaid financing, policy, and operations. We deliver impactful outcomes for our clients with a combination of technical expertise and deep understanding of public policy, government, and national and local political landscape. Together with its clients, Sellers Dorsey realizes opportunities that enhance the bottom-line and ultimately improve the lives of people and is committed to expanding access to healthcare in the US.

About The Role

Sellers Dorsey is seeking a Contracts Specialist for the Legal team who will play a crucial role in the drafting, reviewing, and managing of contracts between Sellers Dorsey and its clients, vendors, and other third parties. As the Contracts Specialist, you will ensure compliance with legal standards and company policies, while supporting the organization's strategic goals in all contractual matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, draft, redline, and negotiate various types of contracts including but not limited to non-disclosure agreements, master service agreements, vendor contracts, RFP responses, amendments, and statements of work in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements. This includes maintaining records in the contract management system, ContractPodAi (“CPAi”).
• Collaborate with various departments to support team and company initiatives.
• On an ongoing basis, assist in the updating, development and standardization of company contract templates and CPAi.
• Maintain and manage the contract database, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records are entered into and updated regularly in CPAi. Assist in developing best practices and process improvements for contract management. Train and assist the CPAi end users as needed. Assist with maintaining and managing the contract database.
  
  

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Contracts, Law or other related field is preferred. National Contract Management Association (NCMA) or similar membership is also preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in contract administration, contract management, or a related field (healthcare consulting or government contracting preferred).
• Prior experience supporting a heavy volume of contract transactions in a fast-paced environment.
• Exposure to government contracts and healthcare regulations (e.g., HIPAA, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute) is a plus.
• Proficiency in contract management software, legal databases and entire Microsoft Office Suite.
• Legal and regulatory knowledge, including regarding standard contract terms and conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Intermediate understanding of redlining and contract negotiation processes.
• Ability to work under the guidance of senior legal staff and independently manage contract-related tasks.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with internal teams and external vendors.
• Highly organized, with excellent time management skills to meet deadlines efficiently.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated salary range for candidates is $65,400/year to up to $81,800/year in our highest geographic market range. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type of years and experience within the industry, the candidate’s education, and the candidate’s market location. Typically, candidates are not hired near the top of the range and compensation decisions are made based upon Sellers Dorsey’s Total Compensation Policies & Guidelines. The successful candidate will also be eligible to participate in our annual Corporate Incentive Plan (CIP) that can range to up to 7% of annual salary.

Provided they meet all eligibility requirements under the applicable plan documents, the successful candidate (and their eligible dependents) will be eligible to enroll in group healthcare plans that offer medical, dental, and vision and for insurance plans offering short term disability, long term disability, and basic life. Employees are also able to enroll in Sellers Dorsey’s 401k plan provided they meet plan requirements. Sellers Dorsey offers a Flexible Time Off that allows employees to use what they need. Additionally, we offer 10 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, paid time off for qualifying medical leave, and up to 12 weeks of combined paid parental and bonding leave. The foregoing benefits and paid time off, including an employee’s eligibility therefore, will be controlled by applicable plan documents and Sellers Dorsey policy.

This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies.

Sellers Dorsey is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at HumanResources@sellersdorsey.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

This position requires that you be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Requests for reasonable accommodation on the basis of disability and/or sincerely held religious beliefs will be provided subject to undue hardship.

Sellers Dorsey maintains a Drug-Free workplace.