Project Manager – Contracts Solutions; CLM

Position: Project Manager – Contracts Solutions (CLM)
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* Job Description:

** The Epiq Contracts Solutions practice is looking for an experienced
** Sr.*
* ** Project Manager
** to lead CLM implementations, consulting and strategy projects within our Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) practice. This role is responsible for overseeing end-to-end project management activities for CLM engagements, including current-state assessments, designing future-state processes, vendor selections, and implementations. As a subject matter expert in CLM, you will support all aspects of the implementation lifecycle, ensuring strategic alignment and successful outcomes for our clients.

Additionally, you will act as a thought leader in CLM AI (GenAI) to contribute to our service offerings roadmap and the development of the CLM practice.
** Essential

Job Responsibilities **
* ** Project Leadership & Management**  + Lead project management for CLM engagements, from initial scoping and planning through execution and post-implementation review.  + Oversee timelines, resource allocation, risk management, and deliverables to ensure project milestones are met.  + Serve as the primary client point of contact, managing communications, expectations, and relationship building to foster long-term client partnerships.
* ** Implementation Leadership & CLM Expertise**  + Serve as the CLM subject matter expert, advising clients on implementation strategy, configuration, testing, and user adoption.  + Support functional design workshops, facilitate user acceptance testing (UAT), and manage issue resolution.  + Collaborate with technical teams to ensure the implementation meets the defined requirements and aligns with best practices.
* ** Current-State Assessment & To-Be Process Design**  + Conduct comprehensive current-state assessments of clients’ contract management processes, identifying inefficiencies, compliance risks, and areas for improvement.  + Develop tailored future-state process designs, mapping to industry best practices and aligning with the client’s strategic objectives.  + Define a roadmap for successful implementation, including a clear transition strategy from the current to the desired future state.
* ** CLM Vendor Selection**  + Lead the vendor selection process by defining requirements, facilitating demos, and evaluating vendors’ fit against client-specific needs.  + Develop and deliver selection scorecards, assist in decision analysis, and guide clients in selecting the CLM platform that best meets their functional and technical requirements.
* ** Thought Leadership in CLM AI & GenAI**  + Contribute to the development of our CLM AI (GenAI) services roadmap, defining strategies for integrating AI to enhance contract automation, compliance, and risk management.  + Act as a thought leader within the CLM practice by identifying emerging trends, sharing insights on AI/GenAI in CLM, and contributing to white papers, webinars, and industry events.  

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine AI-powered offerings that align with the evolving needs of our clients.
* ** Practice Development & Team Mentorship**  + Support the growth of the CLM practice by contributing to methodology, tools, and frameworks.  + Mentor junior consultants, providing guidance and expertise to develop their CLM knowledge and consulting skills.  + Engage in continuous learning and stay updated on industry advancements in CLM, AI, and technology trends.
** Qualifications & Requirements**
* ** Education & Experience**  + Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, or a related field;
Master’s degree preferred.  + 5+ years of experience in CLM consulting, legal operations, or a similar role, with a proven track record in CLM project leadership.  + Deep expertise in CLM platforms (e.g., Agiloft, Icertis, Conga, Malbek, Contract Pod Ai ) and contract management processes.
* ** Project Management & Technical Skills**  + Strong project management skills with experience managing large-scale, complex CLM projects from start to finish.  + Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and experience with GenAI capabilities within CLM platforms.  +…