Senior Paralegal – Contract Management

About the role

Great Minds is seeking a Senior Paralegal to lead the end‑to‑end contract lifecycle for its growing portfolio of educational products. Reporting to the Senior Managing Counsel, you will act as the primary legal liaison for internal teams and external partners, ensuring contracts are negotiated, risk‑assessed, and aligned with business objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full contract lifecycle from draft to execution, including negotiation of terms.
• Coordinate communication with internal stakeholders (Sales, Product, Technology, Digital, Finance) and external parties such as suppliers, vendors, and contractors.
• Assess legal risk, advise on contract strategy, and maintain the contract risk posture.
• Serve as the senior escalation point for contract issues before attorney involvement.
• Maintain accurate contract records and ensure compliance with company policies.

Required profile

• Several years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in contract management.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and make informed legal decisions.
• Strong negotiation skills and a solid understanding of legal risk assessment.
• Excellent communication skills for interfacing with cross‑functional teams and external partners.

Required skills