Contract Specialist – Public Records & Data Services

About the role

We are seeking a Contract Specialist to lead the sourcing, negotiation, and management of service‑provider relationships that deliver public‑record data and document acquisition services. You will act as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders, external contractors, and government entities to ensure reliable, compliant service delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to build a network of contract workers, independent contractors, and small businesses for public‑record data services.
• Manage the full procurement cycle, including RFIs, RFPs, RFBs, bid evaluation, negotiations, and contract award in line with department guidelines.
• Draft, administer, and monitor contracts and service‑level agreements, ensuring performance metrics are met.
• Serve as the main point of contact for internal teams and service providers, handling communications, issue resolution, and performance reviews.
• Identify cost‑containment opportunities and implement reduction strategies.
• Oversee contract renewals, renegotiations, recertifications, cancellations, and breach processes.
• Act as a subject‑matter expert on court systems, processes, and procedures, maintaining relationships with government entities.

Required profile

• Proven experience in contract management, procurement, or vendor management.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management abilities.
• Knowledge of court systems, public‑record access, and related regulatory environments.

Required skills

• Contract negotiation
• Procurement processes (RFIs, RFPs, RFBs)
• Service‑level agreement management
• Cost‑containment strategy development

What we offer

• Opportunity to work within a leading risk‑solutions business.
• Collaborative environment with cross‑functional teams.
• Professional growth in contract and procurement expertise.