Contracts Paralegal

Robert Half is partnering with a highly respected organization seeking a Contract Specialist to support its Legal Team in reviewing and managing a high volume of commercial contract documentation. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with experience in contract administration, legal operations, technology procurement, or paralegal work who has a strong understanding of contract review and legal terminology.

The ideal candidate will have experience reviewing commercial agreements, ensuring compliance with master service agreements, identifying legal and business risk, and coordinating internal approvals in a fast-paced environment.

Contract Specialist (Legal Team)

Robert Half | Edison, NJ or New York, NY (Onsite 5 Days/Week)

Job Title: Contract Specialist (Legal Team)

Location: Edison, NJ or New York, NY

Schedule: Full-Time, Onsite 5 Days per Week

Compensation: $40-$50/hour (depending on experience)

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire

Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyze Statements of Work (SOWs), Work Orders (WOs), Change Requests (CRs), Change Orders, and amendments.
• Ensure contract documents align with existing Master Services Agreements (MSAs).
• Identify and flag non-standard legal language, contractual risks, and unauthorized modifications.
• Review and process Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs).
• Review amendments and modifications to Master Services Agreements.
• Serve as a key gatekeeper for internal review and approval processes.
• Partner with legal, procurement, operations, and business stakeholders to facilitate contract execution.
• Maintain contract documentation and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience reviewing SOWs, Work Orders, Change Requests, Change Orders, and related commercial contract documentation.
• Experience working for a technology company, IT services provider, consulting organization, managed services provider, or technology procurement team strongly preferred.
• Paralegal experience with significant contract review responsibilities will be considered.
• Strong understanding of commercial contract terminology and legal concepts.
• Experience reviewing NDAs, amendments, and contract modifications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate preferred but not required.