Contract Manager

Join Cohere, a dynamic and fast-paced AI company, as a Contract Manager. In this role, you will be a key player in scaling our contract operations, working closely with the Legal team, Sales, Product, and Finance. You will manage the contract lifecycle, develop efficient contract management processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of enterprise AI contract management and support rapid growth.

• 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.
• 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.
• You are proactive, solutions-focused, and enjoy finding ways to improve operational efficiency
• You have experience with standard contract types including NDAs, master service agreements, and procurement contracts
• You are comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities
• Familiarity with AI industry contracts and technology sector agreements will be considered an asset
• You have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in contract management, preferably in a fast-paced technology or AI company
• You have excellent communication skills (both written and oral) and can effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
• You are proficient with contract management software, specifically Ironclad, including setting up and managing workflows and templates
• You are proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google productivity tools,
• You have a practical, business-oriented mindset with the ability to balance legal requirements with business needs
• You possess strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously
• Experience in implementing or optimizing contract management processes will be considered an asset
• If any of the above doesn’t line up exactly with your experience, we still encourage you to apply