What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contract Specialist (Paralegal) position at Velocity(Holland, OH)?
General Summary :
Velocity is seeking to hire a Contract Specialist. The Contract Specialist is responsible for managing the lifecycle of contracts, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and legal requirements. This role will also have responsibility for organizing case files and assisting various legal processes. This role serves as a critical liaison between internal stakeholders and external parties, providing expertise to minimize risk, optimize terms, and ensure the smooth execution of agreements. In addition, this role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of legal principles to ensure the efficient management of legal matters and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The Contract Specialist also is responsible for working with the Company's Compliance Team in resolving regulatory problems and end user regulatory complaints.
This opportunity reports to the EVP & General Counsel. The ideal candidate must be able to work a hybrid schedule in Holland, OH.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities :
Contract Drafting and Negotiation
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts such as service agreements, vendor agreements, NDAs, and purchase orders.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure terms and conditions align with organizational goals and policies.
Contract Lifecycle Management
Compliance and Risk Mitigation
Stakeholder Collaboration
Continuous Improvement
Document Preparation and Management
Case and File Management
Qualifications, Education and Experience :
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities :
Why you'll love working at Velocity
We are an energetic bunch - eager to succeed and have lots of company pride. We promote a collaborative work environment that prioritizes strengthening relationships with our customers and team members to achieve our goals.
As a growing technology solutions and services company, every team member at Velocity has the opportunity to make an impact as we challenge ourselves to provide the best technology and customer experiences in the business. We're excited about what we do, why we do it, and who we do it for.
Diversity and Inclusion
Velocity is committed to diversity and inclusion and is dedicated to fostering a work environment where all team members are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work and have equal opportunities to thrive. Our team members work collaboratively and draw inspiration from various perspectives and experiences that make each of us unique. This strengthens our connections with our team members, customers, and communities.
Our Values - Collaborative and Strong at the Core
Our Benefits
About Velocity MSC
Velocity started in 2005. Velocity's customer-obsessed approach, combined with its customized voice and data network solutions, and support services, enhances how multi-location enterprises communicate and do business. That's why Velocity serves thousands of Fortune 500 companies across various industries. With over 500 employees, 13 redundant data centers, 450 carrier agreements, and 5,500 certified technicians throughout the U.S.- Velocity is an unstoppable force. To learn more, please visit
Velocity is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Velocity is an active participant with E-Verify.
