Contract Manager

The legal team at Cohere is dynamic, fast-paced and cross-functional, supporting all areas of the organization with an aim to provide efficient, scalable legal processes and support. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of enterprise AI contract management and work on streamlining our contractual processes to support rapid growth. The Contract Manager will be a key player in scaling Cohere's contract operations, working closely with the Legal team, Sales, Product, and Finance to ensure smooth contract execution and management.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for responding to contract-related requests that don't require legal counsel, providing timely and accurate guidance on standard contract terms and processes; Assist with triage of legal requests and allocate to appropriate counsel where necessary; Manage and maintain legal document management systems, ensuring all contracts, amendments, and related documents are properly organized, tracked, and accessible; Monitor contract compliance and key dates, providing proactive notifications for renewals, expirations, and critical milestones; Oversee the contract lifecycle from initiation through execution, including drafting standard agreements, managing approvals, and maintaining contract repositories; Develop and implement efficient contract management processes and workflows to support business growth and reduce operational friction; Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, Product, and Finance to ensure contract terms align with business objectives and operational requirements; Support the legal team with contract administration, data entry, and preparation of contractual materials; Create and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and standard operating procedures to ensure consistency and efficiency; Analyze contract data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvement; Assist with reporting on contracts

Requirements

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in contract management, preferably in a fast-paced technology or AI company; Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously; Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) and ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels; Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities; Practical, business-oriented mindset with the ability to balance legal requirements with business needs; Proficient with contract management software, specifically Ironclad, including setting up and managing workflows and templates; Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google productivity tools; Experience with standard contract types including NDAs, master service agreements, and procurement contracts

Nice to have

Familiarity with AI industry contracts and technology sector agreements will be considered an asset; Experience in implementing or optimizing contract management processes will be considered an asset

Benefits

Weekly lunch stipend of $75/£75 or equivalent in local currency; Full health and dental benefits including separate budget for mental health; RRSP matching, 401K, Pension Scheme; 100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months for either parent; Annual enrichment benefits including arts & culture, fitness/wellness, quality time, workspace improvement credit, education & learning stipend; 6 weeks of paid vacation (30 working days); Budget for traveling to other offices if remote, plus annual company offsite; Co-working benefit for those not near an office; $500 home office stipend