Job Description
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Overview:
Under the general guidance of the Manager, Contracts and Systems, the Legal Coordinator will work with YUSA departments in processing contracts and RFPs and assisting with the music licensing program ensuring compliance with Legal, Finance and organizational policies and procedures.
YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) embraces a remote-first working environment which means most employees work remotely from a home office within the continental United States.
Responsibilities:
Oversee contract repository ensuring contracts are properly archived.
Assist with contract intake and create workflows through the Ironclad software
Draft, review, and revise legal agreements in compliance with organization’s priorities as needed.
Provide customer service to internal clients and external parties throughout the contract life cycle.
Track contract status and efficiencies through the Ironclad software and prepare weekly reports for the Manager.
Support the Manager by maintaining electronic contract management systems
Monitor contract compliance with established Delegation of Authority procedures and contract approval process.
Obtain and review pertinent contract compliance documents from stakeholders.
Assist the Manager with overseeing the electronic signature process.
Coordinate and assist the Manager with the Request For Proposal (RFP) program.
Coordinate and assist the Manager with the Music Licensing Program.
Assist the Manager and Senior Director with training internal clients as needed.
Coordinate posting and monitoring of content on Intranet per subject matter experts requests.
Support Senior Director by evaluating vendor relationships and maintaining a vendor database.
Oversee and prepare vendor management reports as needed.
Conduct business stakeholder presentations as needed.
Oversee other contracts, RFP, music licensing and legal projects assigned.
Commitment to the YUSA values of respect, responsibility, honesty and caring.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of three plus years’ experience in a high pace in-house legal coordinator role or related field
Exemplifies knowledge and understanding of basic contract terms
Demonstrated experience aligning the contract process with organizational and departmental goals and initiatives
Demonstrated contract platform experience; Ironclad preferred.
Demonstrated RFP and music licensing platform experience; Fairmarkit preferred.
Skilled listening and adept at identifying stakeholder requirements and working with the Manager to find solutions to meet/exceed their expectations
Strong written and oral communications skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with detail-orientation
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a diverse groups of individuals
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to organize and prioritize multi-step process while meeting short turnaround times
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites
Benefits:
We offer a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, defined benefit plan (retirement savings), defined contribution plan (403(b) plan, life and disability insurances, technology stipend, and generous paid time off, all in a work from anywhere within the continental U.S. workplace.
Posted Salary Range: USD $47,344.00 - USD $63,141.00 /Yr.
Overview:
Under the general guidance of the Manager, Contracts and Systems, the Legal Coordinator will work with YUSA departments in processing contracts and RFPs and assisting with the music licensing program ensuring compliance with Legal, Finance and organizational policies and procedures.
YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) embraces a remote-first working environment which means most employees work remotely from a home office within the continental United States.
Responsibilities:
Oversee contract repository ensuring contracts are properly archived.
Assist with contract intake and create workflows through the Ironclad software
Draft, review, and revise legal agreements in compliance with organization’s priorities as needed.
Provide customer service to internal clients and external parties throughout the contract life cycle.
Track contract status and efficiencies through the Ironclad software and prepare weekly reports for the Manager.
Support the Manager by maintaining electronic contract management systems
Monitor contract compliance with established Delegation of Authority procedures and contract approval process.
Obtain and review pertinent contract compliance documents from stakeholders.
Assist the Manager with overseeing the electronic signature process.
Coordinate and assist the Manager with the Request For Proposal (RFP) program.
Coordinate and assist the Manager with the Music Licensing Program.
Assist the Manager and Senior Director with training internal clients as needed.
Coordinate posting and monitoring of content on Intranet per subject matter experts requests.
Support Senior Director by evaluating vendor relationships and maintaining a vendor database.
Oversee and prepare vendor management reports as needed.
Conduct business stakeholder presentations as needed.
Oversee other contracts, RFP, music licensing and legal projects assigned.
Commitment to the YUSA values of respect, responsibility, honesty and caring.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of three plus years’ experience in a high pace in-house legal coordinator role or related field
Exemplifies knowledge and understanding of basic contract terms
Demonstrated experience aligning the contract process with organizational and departmental goals and initiatives
Demonstrated contract platform experience; Ironclad preferred.
Demonstrated RFP and music licensing platform experience; Fairmarkit preferred.
Skilled listening and adept at identifying stakeholder requirements and working with the Manager to find solutions to meet/exceed their expectations
Strong written and oral communications skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with detail-orientation
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a diverse groups of individuals
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to organize and prioritize multi-step process while meeting short turnaround times
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites
Benefits:
We offer a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, defined benefit plan (retirement savings), defined contribution plan (403(b) plan, life and disability insurances, technology stipend, and generous paid time off, all in a work from anywhere within the continental U.S. workplace.
Posted Salary Range: USD $47,344.00 - USD $63,141.00 /Yr.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Legal Coordinator - National Office (Remote) position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Chicago offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.