Mid Level Commercial Contracts Lawyer - Supply Chain
Listed on 2026-03-11
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Business
Business Law, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Location: New York
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We are seeking a Mid Level Commercial Contracts Lawyer to support high-volume client projects, with a strong and growing focus on supply chain and manufacturing-related contracting work. This role is well suited for mid-level commercial generalists who bring solid core commercial contracting experience and exposure to manufacturing or supply chain environments, even if not a subject-matter expert.
Responsibilities:- Draft, review, and negotiate a high volume of commercial agreements, including NDAs, MSAs, distribution agreements, supply and procurement agreements, and services agreements.
- Support supply chain and manufacturing-focused contracts, including vendor, supplier, and operations-related agreements.
- Provide practical, business-oriented legal guidance on contract terms, risk allocation, and negotiation strategy.
- Assist clients with large commercial contracting initiatives, including contract standardization and remediation projects.
- Support contract lifecycle management (CLM) efforts, including implementation, optimization, and ongoing contract operations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (procurement, operations, finance, and compliance) to align contracts with business objectives.
- Contribute to contract playbooks, templates, and process improvements to support scalable contracting operations.
- Support or interface with international teams or international counter parties, as needed.
- JD or equivalent, with active bar membership in good standing.
- 5-14 years of post-qualification experience, ideally in-house or in a commercial-focused practice.
- Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating core commercial contracts.
- Ability to manage high-volume workloads efficiently while maintaining strong attention to detail.
- Strong communication, organizational, and stakeholder-management skills.
- Comfortable working remotely or in hybrid environments.
Skills:
- Supply chain and/or manufacturing experience, including exposure to procurement, vendor, supplier, or operations-driven contracts (SME status not required).
- Background in or support of manufacturing-related industries; any industry experience is acceptable if tied to manufacturing operations.
- Experience supporting large-scale commercial contracting projects.
- Familiarity with or hands-on experience in CLM systems and contract operations.
- International exposure, including experience working with or supporting international companies, subsidiaries, or cross-border contracts.
- Mid-level commercial generalist profile suited for cost-conscious engagements and scalable legal support models.
The estimated total compensation for full-time Axiom attorney roles is $,000 per year and for non-attorney roles is $71, per year. Compensation decisions are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs. Employees may be eligible for additional benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and PTO; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities and tools.
AboutAxiom:
For over 25 years, Axiom has pioneered the alternative legal services industry, now serving more than 1,500 legal departments globally with our unique blend of world‑class legal talent and advanced AI tools, delivering innovative solutions ranging from that combine top-tier talent with cutting‑edge technology. We tackle complex legal matters across 12 practice areas for clients ranging from Fortune 100 to SMBs, empowering our legal professionals to engage in meaningful work that advances their careers.
Our Talent NPS score of +71% and our Client NPS score of +64% highlight our commitment to excellence (Reported scores were Axiom’s average for 2025 – the legal industry average NPS score is +35%). Join our forward‑thinking community where you’ll keep your career dynamic and multi‑faceted, be part of a company that values agility, collaboration, and excellence, and love both the law and your life.
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