Senior Contracts Specialist – Federal & Professional Services

Own complex agreements. Navigate risk. Help move critical customer work forward. Join Esris Professional Services organization as a senior contracts partner supporting complex technology and services agreements. Youll manage contracts throughout their lifecycle, lead negotiations, identify and mitigate contractual risk, and collaborate across the business to help structure successful customer engagements. Youll support a diverse portfolio of Professional Services contracts while applying expertise across contract negotiation, risk management, contract administration, and where applicable, federal procurement requirements. Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Redlands, CA area for this position. What Youll Do: Manage contracts from RFP to proposal through negotiation, execution and closeout Review and negotiate complex contract terms and statements of work Identify contractual, commercial and operational risk Develop practice approaches to mitigate contract risk Partner across delivery, finance, legal and other business functions Support commercial, public sector and federal contracting requirements Apply FAR/DFARS knowledge where applicable Contribute to improvements in contracting processes, practices and tools Requirements 5+ years of experience in contract administration, with increasing responsibility Demonstrated success in negotiating and managing a variety of contract types and structures Solid understanding of contract law, risk management, and procurement best practices Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams Bachelor's degree in business administration, legal studies, political science, or a related field Must be authorized to work in the US; visa sponsorship is not available for this position Recommended Qualifications Master's degree in business administration, legal studies, political science, or a related field Familiarity with federal contracting and large systems integrator terms and conditions Experience working with federal agencies and federal regulations including FAR/DFAR, SBA, EAR, ITAR, and Defense Security Service Understanding of professional services contract terms, cloud computing terms, software licensing, intellectual property, and subcontracting  #LI-SS2 #LI-Onsite Total Rewards Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is $75,920 — $118,560 USD The Company At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here . If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply! Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email askcareers@esri.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address. Esri Privacy Esri takes our responsibility to protect your privacy seriously. We are committed to respecting your privacy by providing transparency in how we acquire and use your information, giving you control of your information and preferences, and holding ourselves to the highest national and international standards, including CCPA and GDPR compliance.