Contract Manager

Company: Atlantic Health System
Location: Morristown
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Description Atlantic Health System is seeking an experienced contract manager. Job Summary In a busy in-house Legal Department, that works as a team, the contract manager’s primary responsibility is to process requests for contract review; communicate between internal business units and the legal team; facilitate the process for contract execution; and update internal electronic files and databases. This fast-paced role navigates document preparation and revision in partnership with stakeholders and attorneys. Primary Responsibilities Answers internal questions, communicates with internal and external clients with updates and gathering information, manages contract files, identifies and manages critical dates and administers amendments. Participates in the negotiation, review, revision and control of contracts. Oversees the legal review process, following up and coordinating contract execution, expediting various document processes for necessary approvals and signatures. Works with Department attorneys to interpret contract language and to formulate responses to questions from clients Participates in special projects, such as due diligence and related matters where real time support and administration is critical. Maintains master agreement forms and updates, incorporating modifications and improvements that are made over time. Facilitates requests for contract review through the Legal Department’s electronic contract lifecycle management platform Participates in meetings of multi-disciplinary committees and working groups as a representative of the Legal Department Utilizes templates to prepare contracts, both independently and for attorney review Develops processes to enhance reporting and contract management activities Assists lawyers with projects; maintains project overview when coordinating project documentation. Works to improve the Legal Department’s use of technology to enhance the capabilities of systems and processes Qualifications Education & Experience BA required JD preferred Law firm experience or procurement contracting required Experience with contract lifecycle management tool preferred Additional qualifications: Strong communication skills Efficient and time management skills to work across many departments managing multiple priorities Able to work independently Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills Technically proficient. Adept with different software and able to easily learn software Sophisticated knowledge and experience drafting and negotiating legal agreements and applicable legal principles Demonstrated ability to apply contracting principals to a variety of goods and services Has project management experience and skills Extremely detail-oriented Can work as part of a team LI-AW1

Keywords: Atlantic Health System, Hempstead , Contract Manager, Legal , Morristown, New York