Contracts Manager

Job description

We are looking for an experienced, highly detail-oriented and process-driven Contracts Manager to join our busy Trade Contracts team. The Contracts Manager will bring deep knowledge of the contract lifecycle and will have an essential role on the Contracts team, drafting and negotiating a high volume of contracts for trade books, including complex contract arrangements such as joint acquisitions with global sister companies, profit sharing agreements, and “takeovers” from self-published authors; advising Editorial and other colleagues on deal terms; handling special projects as needed at the direction of Sr. Director; and tracking status of, and interpreting and advising on, publishing agreements. This role will require adaptability, strong organizational and problem-solving skills, and precise attention to detail. What You'll Do: Serve as a key escalation point for complex, high-value, and non-standard deal terms. - Draft and negotiate a wide range of publishing contracts and ancillary documentation, including complex profit sharing agreements, global joint acquisitions arrangements, and “takeovers” of self-published authors. - Ensure agreements align with company policies, includ...