Contracts Manager

Vor is seeking a Contracts Manager to provide a broad array of support to our legal and business teams by managing the contract lifecycle from creation through execution, administration, and archiving across the organization. The Contracts Manager will serve as a primary point of contact for contractual requests, independently managing routine agreements and partnering closely with Legal on more complex or strategic agreements.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating at the intersection of legal, business, and operations. This role requires strong judgment, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a collaborative approach to ensure contracts are accurate, compliant, and will streamline the organization's contract management practices.

Contracts Manager will report to the Director, Corporate Counsel.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Intake & Lifecycle Management

* Serve as the primary intake point for contract requests across the organization, assessing scope and complexity and determining appropriate contract type, template, and workflow.

* Manage the full contract lifecycle from initiation through execution, amendment, renewal, expiration, and archiving.

* Track key contract milestones, obligations, and deadlines to ensure timely action and compliance.

Drafting, Review & Negotiation Support

* Draft, review, and negotiate routine agreements independently, including CDAs, MSAs, SOWs, vendor agreements, consulting agreements, and other standard commercial contracts.

* Support Legal in the coordination and administration of more complex agreements (e.g., clinical trial agreements, vendor-related agreements, and strategic or high-risk contracts).

* Identify risks, ambiguities, and deviations from standard terms and escalate appropriately.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

* Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and ensure appropriate contract structure and terms.

* Coordinate internal reviews and approvals with Legal, Finance, Compliance, and other relevant teams.

* Act as a trusted partner to business teams, balancing efficiency with risk awareness.

Contract Governance & Compliance

* Ensure all contracts comply with applicable laws, internal policies, and company standards.

* Maintain accurate and organized contract records within the contract management system.

* Support audits, inspections, and internal reviews as needed.

Process Improvement & Training

* Support continuous improvements of contract templates, playbooks, and contracting workflows.

* Help streamline contracting processes and improve visibility and efficiency across the organization.

* Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on contracting processes and best practices.

Paralegal & Legal Operations Support

* Prepare and manage legal documents, exhibits, schedules, and correspondence.

* Support Legal Department initiatives and other projects as assigned.

Qualifications

* J.D. from an ABA accredited law school, Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline; or a paralegal certification is preferred

* 4-7 years of experience in contract management, legal operations, or a paralegal role, supporting clinical-stage or commercial-stage biotech, pharma or CRO setting.

* Strong understanding of contract structure, standard clauses, and legal terminology

* Demonstrated ability to manage high volumes of work and competing priorities

* Strong drafting, organizational, and analytical skills

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills

* Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment and knowing when to escalate issues

The salary range for this position is expected to be between $115,000 and 130,000 per year. Individual pay may vary based on multiple factors including but not limited to relevant job-related skills, experience, education or training, market factors, and work location.