Contract Strategist
Job Location:
Minneapolis, MN - USA
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Job Summary
Why Join Us
Be part of an organization thats driving change and consistently recognized as a top employer. At Deluxe we know that great people build great companiesand we invest in you accordingly.
- Were proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work and a top workplace for Moms Dads LGBTQ employees and Veterans.
- We offer competitive benefits starting on day one designed to support your life both in and out of work.
- 42% of our employees have stayed for 10 years citing our people benefits work-life balance inclusive culture and team support as key reasons why.
The Contract Strategist facilitates successful commercial contracting and negotiations for assigned Deluxe business segments supporting customer and strategic partner agreements involving standard to moderately complex commercial terms. This position provides contract language policy pricing and business risk guidance to sales and business leadership while negotiating directly with customer and partner contacts. The role leverages analytical thinking sound business judgment and influence skills to help optimize revenue accelerate deal execution and mitigate contractual financial operational and regulatory risk.
Negotiate and support customer and strategic partner agreements including NDAs MSAs SOWs amendments and related commercial documents collaborating with Sales Legal Finance Tax Compliance Information Security and other stakeholders to obtain approvals for non-standard terms while maintaining alignment with company policies.
Provide timely practical and risk-based guidance to Sales and business leaders to support revenue goals customer experience and efficient deal execution.
Identify evaluate and communicate contractual financial operational and regulatory risks to business stakeholders and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
Support strategic business initiatives including merger and acquisition due diligence integration activities new product offerings and other commercialization efforts.
Assist with contract related components of the RFP/RFI process including identification and coordination of internal review for non-standard contractual terms.
Recommend enhancements to Deluxe standard contract templates contract language and contracting processes to improve consistency efficiency risk management and deal velocity.
Bachelors degree in Legal Studies Business or a related field; or High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of relevant experience.
2-4 years of experience drafting reviewing redlining and negotiating commercial contracts with large businesses or banks.
Juris Doctor (JD) Paralegal Certificate or related legal/business credential preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail organization skills and issue-spotting abilities.
Ability to assess business and contractual risk and communicate recommendations effectively to stakeholders.
Experience working cross-functionally with Sales Legal Finance Product Compliance and Operations.
Experience supporting business-to-business or financial services contracting.
Additional Basic Qualifications:
Must be 18 years of age or older
Compensation
The compensation range for this position is $85000.00 - $120000.00 annually. This position will be eligible for commission or an annual performance incentive plan. The base pay actually offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge skills location experience and take into account internal equity.Benefits
In line with our commitment to employee wellbeing our total rewards benefits package is designed to support the physical financial and emotional health of our employees tailored to meet their unique and evolving needs. Our approach considers our employees whole selves ensuring they can thrive both in and outside of work. Here are some of the benefits we offer which may vary based on role location or hours worked:
Healthcare (Medical Dental Vision)
Paid Time Off Volunteer Time Off and Holidays
Employer-Matched Retirement Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Infertility Treatment Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance
Tuition Reimbursement
These benefits are designed to enhance the health protect the financial security and provide peace of mind to our employees and their families.
Deluxe Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer:
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About Company
From payments to promotional products, digital marketing, incorporation services and more – Deluxe has been supporting businesses and financial institutions for over 100 years.
