Contracts Manager (States/Grants)

📋 Description

• Prepare and customize various legal agreements (NDAs, teaming, contracts, grants)
• Actively participate in contract and grant negotiations with partners
• Serve as primary contact for contract communications with customers/partners
• Coordinate negotiations with partners, clients, and internal/external legal counsel
• Identify and ensure compliance for Nava's contracts and grants
• Assess contract/grant needs and propose strategic solutions
• Communicate status, risks, and blockers to relevant teams
• Maintain an accurate, organized archive of contracts and grants
• Understand constraints and align contracts with Nava's interests
• Clarify where we have flexibility within contracts
• Build relationships and reputation with partners, funders, government clients

🎯 Requirements

• 5+ years in contract management/compliance; 2+ years managing state contracts
• Direct NASPO contract vehicle/state purchasing experience
• Compliance requirements for grant/state-funded engagements
• Able to operate in fast-paced, cross-organizational environments
• Experience with complex contract management situations
• Proficiency with G Suite, MS Office, Slack and related tools

🎁 Benefits

• Health coverage — medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) match — 4% of salary
• Flexible remote-first work environment
• Parental leave — paid time off for new parents
• Learning opportunities — internal training and LinkedIn Learning
• Home office setup — laptop and setup assistance