Sr. Legal Contracts Manager

Equifax is where you can power your possible. If you want to achieve your true potential, chart new paths, develop new skills, collaborate with bright minds,  and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.

The Senior Legal Contracts Manager supports the US Sales organization by providing expertise in negotiating and drafting a variety of business to business contracts as a part of the US Legal Contract Management team.  Develops, reviews, negotiates and approves non-standard contractual terms and conditions. Responsible for end to end contract negotiation for edits and custom contract terms requested by customers, collaborating with cross functional stakeholders. Educates sales organization by providing risk analysis of contractual terms and exceptions.  Maintains ongoing records of contract assignments and participates in ongoing process improvement initiatives. This position will be located in our St. Louis, MO office.

What You'll Do:

• Development and fulfillment of contract requirements and terms in the sale/delivery of information services; authorized to draft, review, approve and negotiate diverse variety of customer contracts, contract amendments and extensions.

• Responsible for directing, project managing and negotiating customer contracts. Project management includes facilitating and consolidating multiple sources of information into a comprehensive contract inclusive of all stakeholder input.

• Combines business and legal expertise to create innovative custom contract solutions to meet business objectives; evaluates and interprets contract compliance and advises others on contractual rights and obligations, applying and recommending best practices.

• Provides guidance on contractual terms, policies and procedures to sales organization, project managers and other operational/legal support staff, including training on contracting practices and procedures.

• Advises sales organization on business terms and conditions, including providing business risk analysis, and collaborates with sales and business to create contractual solutions.

• Works directly with Risk Management Department / Finance / Security to coordinate and facilitate contractual requirements and performs contract risk analysis and escalates strategic contracts to senior Legal resources as applicable.

• Participates in department projects; recommends, contributes to and may lead process improvement initiatives.

What experience you need:

• Bachelor’s degree

• 5+ years of related legal contract review experience

What could set you apart:

• ABA approved Paralegal Certificate.

• Demonstrates broad knowledge of legal principles and procedures as they relate to contracts.

• Strong analytic skills with ability to interpret complex information and adapt it as needed.

• Proficiency in time management skills required to manage and support diverse types of agreements and product areas.

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We offer comprehensive compensation and healthcare packages, 401k matching, paid time off, and organizational growth potential through our online learning platform with guided career tracks.

Are you ready to power your possible?  Apply today, and get started on a path toward an exciting new career at Equifax, where you can make a difference!

Primary Location:

USA-St. Louis-Clayton

Function:

Function - Legal

Schedule:

Full time