Overview

Contracts ManagerAre you detailed focused and enjoy advising on rights and permissions? Would you like to join a company that helps advance science, technology and health?About our Team

Data Source Management helps our communities accelerate knowledge for a better world by helping to establish, discover and advance knowledge. We do this by turning scientific discoveries into peer reviewed knowledge, hosting the world’s richest corpus of knowledge, allowing users to unlock insights from content and by measuring the quality and impact of research - turning insights into outcomes.About the Role

We are looking for a collaborative and forward-thinking Senior Contract Manager to help shape how we work with third-party content partners. You will lead contract negotiations, manage rights and permissions agreements, and improve processes using legal technology and artificial intelligence. This role blends legal expertise with strategic relationship-building to support compliant and successful outcomes across teams.Responsibilities

Lead contract creation, review, and negotiation with publishers and partners

Collaborate across Legal, Product, Sales, and Data Operations teams

Support documentation, amendments, and renewals with clear and accurate content

Ensure contracts meet legal standards and align with internal policies

Identify opportunities to improve workflows using technology-based solutions

Provide guidance on rights and permissions and resolve contracting queries

Contribute to strategies that strengthen external partnerships

Requirements

Law degree or equivalent experience with experience in contract management

Strong communication skills and confidence working across departments

Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment

Experience with contract tools such as Conga or Luminance is a plus

Independent thinker with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.Working for you

We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:Medical Inpatient and Outpatient Insurance: Coverage for your healthcare needs.

Long Service Award: Recognition for your dedication and loyalty.

Flexible Working Arrangements: Balance work and personal life effectively.

Access to Learning and Development Resources: Empowering your professional growth.

About the Business

A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world’s grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form or please contact 1-855-833-5120.Criminals may pose as recruiters asking for money or personal information. We never request money or banking details from job applicants. Learn more about spotting and avoiding scams here.Please read our Candidate Privacy Policy.We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.USA Job Seekers:

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