Anthropic is seeking an exceptional Contracts Manager to support commercial and technology transactions. You'll help review, draft, negotiate contracts and build scalable contracting processes across Research, Product, Finance, Security, Business Operations, and Procurement teams.
Contracts Manager, Research & Operations at Anthropic
Hybrid - San Francisco, CA | New York City, NY
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R$ 170,000 - 220,000
Requirements
Skills
- Experience operating in fast‑paced technology startup environments
- Initiative and autonomy in managing complex contractual matters
- Understanding of contract importance and ability to draw hard lines
- Excitement to grow with the organization and shape commercial function culture
- Preference for concise, straightforward explanations over legalese
- Ability to identify and implement efficient processes and policies
- Experience building deep understanding of technical teams and products
- Comfort operating outside areas of expertise and in uncharted legal territory
- Doer mentality, willing to roll up sleeves and get things done
- 7+ years of related contract management experience, with at least 3 years supporting technology transactions, vendor engagements, or partnerships
- Substantive knowledge of software agreements, reseller agreements, services agreements, strategic partnerships, and general contract terms
- Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
Responsibilities
- Draft, analyze, negotiate, and complete complex commercial transactions with vendors, including SaaS and IP licensing agreements
- Propose and develop scalable solutions to improve contracting efficiency
- Collaborate with business units and legal team members to streamline contract management processes, identify potential risks, and drive continuous improvement
- Collaborate with Research, Product, Finance, Security, Business Operations, and Procurement teams to achieve key business objectives and deliver strategic, business‑minded, and solutions‑focused counsel
- Participate across multiple areas as a small legal team member
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