Contracts Specialist

Role: Contracting Specialist

Roles and Responsibilities:

The Contracting Specialist plays a critical role in managing the creation, processing, and execution of HCP/HCO contracts using standard templates within the system of record. This role confirms that all contractual documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with internal policies and relevant regulations. The ideal candidate will handle high contract volumes with precision, attention to detail, and strong stakeholder communication. This position requires effective collaboration with business owners, legal teams, and external experts to support contract lifecycle activities through execution and amendment.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Contract lifecycle management: Serve as the main point of contact managing HCP/HCO contracts from intake through template drafting, redline review, e-signature, amendments, and system of record upload, confirming accuracy, compliance, and timely execution while maintaining high-volume efficiency.
• Contract Creation & Drafting:

Manage the creation and processing of HCP/HCO contracts using standard templates in the system of record

Populate business terms and confirm whether the contracting party should be the expert (HCP) or the employer (HCO)

Review and proofread contracts for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with internal policies

• Routing, Signature & Recordkeeping:

Submit contracts to the parties for signature (e-signature) and track status to closure

Send applicable contracts for upload into the system of record, confirming documentation is organized and audit-ready

• Redlines & Legal Coordination:

Support follow-up actions with the expert or Business Owner for outstanding contracts and items blocking execution

Review redline requests to confirm they align to established standards and submit to the clients Legal team for review; reconcile approved changes in the contract

Facilitate amendment requests end-to-end

Work with Legal to obtain approved redline language or change orders, and submit amendments for review and execution

Other:

• Learn and support the adoption of automation tools and contract lifecycle management (CLM) technologies to enhance efficiency
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives, documentation updates, and the development of best practices
• Support team reporting activities, confirming deliverables are met on or ahead of deadlines
• Any other responsibility that flows naturally and logically to this role

Skills:

• 15 years of experience in contract management, legal operations, or HCP/HCO engagement within healthcare, life sciences, or consulting
• Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory frameworks related to HCP/HCO contracting (e.g., Sunshine Act, Anti-Kickback Statute)
• Demonstrated ability to manage high volumes of contracts with precision and attention to detail.
• Experience with standard contract templates, redlining processes, and amendment management
• Familiarity with contract lifecycle management systems or similar tools (e.g., Icertis, Conga, Veeva, SAP Ariba, Salesforce, DocuSign).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally across stakeholder levels
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; able to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• High level of accountability, adaptability, and collaborative team spirit
• Self-directed, proactive, and committed to delivering high-quality work in a fast paced environment

indumathi.j@pwc.com