Senior Contracts Administrator; On-Site

Overview

Senior Contracts Administrator (On-Site) at Avenu Insights & Analytics is an in-office role in Centreville, VA. The position supports the sales organization by efficiently reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a high volume of sales contracts. The role reports to the VP, Contracts and Administration.

• Sales Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with sales teams to understand deal structures, provide guidance on contractual terms, and ensure timely execution of agreements (including master service agreements, software license agreements, professional services agreements, and purchase orders) to meet sales targets.
• State & Local Government Expertise:
  Specialize in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts with state and local government entities, with an understanding of regulations, procurement processes, and unique contractual requirements (e.g., standard terms, indemnification, data security, compliance with specific state statutes).
• Contract Drafting & Negotiation:
  Draft, review, redline, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and business objectives. Proactively identify and mitigate contractual risks.
• Problem-Solving & Solutions:
  Identify and resolve contractual issues, offering practical solutions to facilitate deal closure while protecting the companys interests across SaaS, on-premise, and professional services.
• Ad-Hoc Support:
  Assist with other legal and administrative tasks as needed to support the broader legal department.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field.
• 4-7 years of progressive experience as a Contracts Administrator in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, preferably within the software or technology industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in state and local government contracting is highly preferred.
• Proven ability to manage a large volume of contracts simultaneously with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing competing priorities effectively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Working knowledge of Salesforce and Conga is a plus.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and a dynamic business environment.

The noise level in the work environment is minimal; the employee works in an office setting at an individual workstation, using a telephone and computer.

• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity equipment.
• Working conditions may include time- and resource-constrained requirements.
• The person in this position frequently communicates in person and via email and telephone.

With four decades of public sector expertise and corporate capability, Avenu supports government services and has been recognized as a Gov Tech 100 Company for four consecutive years. Avenu helps communities thrive through experience and innovation, offering administrative and financial support to government officials with a client-focused approach.

Avenu is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection for a position will be made without regard to race, religion, national origin, sex, political affiliation, marital status, non-disqualifying physical handicap, or age.