Manager, Contracts Management

Alberta Innovates is seeking a Manager within the Contracts & Information Management team. This is a permanent position and will be based out of our Edmonton office. This position is eligible for hybrid work. The Manager, Contract Management is responsible for providing leadership, guidance, direction and support to the Contract Management team, who are responsible for the management and administration of contracts within Alberta Innovates, InnoTech Alberta and CFER Technologies. This position works collaboratively with Senior Legal Counsel and General Counsel, provides legal and contract direction to managers and executives and works collaboratively with cross functional departments.

You would be a good fit for this position if you:

• Have demonstrated expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, and risk management, with the ability to advise executives and senior leaders on complex contractual matters and strategic decision-making.
• Enjoy managing high-performing teams, including coaching, performance management, succession planning, and fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Have a passion for operational excellence, with the ability to collaborate across departments and with external stakeholders to improve contract delivery, optimize business processes, and drive organizational efficiency.
• Are skilled in developing and implementing contract standards, compliance frameworks, and strategic initiatives that align with organizational policies and enhance operational transparency.

We are game changers

Alberta Innovates is a provincially funded corporation with a mandate to deliver 21st-century solutions for the most compelling challenges facing Albertans. We do this by building on our province’s research and technology development strengths in the core sectors of health, environment, energy, food and fibre, and platforms such as artificial intelligence, nanotechnology and omics. We are working with our partners to diversify Alberta’s economy, improve our environmental performance and enhance the well-being of Albertans through research and innovation.

Our subsidiary, InnoTech Alberta, offers a diversified range of scientific engineering and technological research and testing capabilities, and the facilities to support technology scale-up. Our multidisciplinary team has the depth of experience to work across all sectors, from energy to health to food and fibre. InnoTech Alberta offers you access to research talent, technical expertise, and unique facilities that can help accelerate technology development that serves both the private and public sector.

Here’s some more information about the position:

Job Details

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

·        Lead and manage a team responsible for contract review, drafting, negotiation, and risk assessment, including intellectual property and due diligence matters.

·        Provide expert guidance to executives and senior management on complex contracts and risk mitigation strategies.

·        Oversee corporate records management activities and implement strategic plans to improve efficiency and compliance.

·        Conduct annual reviews of team structure and capabilities, aligning resources with organizational priorities.

·        Collaborate with business lines to understand stakeholder needs and improve contract delivery and service quality.

·        Direct staff activities including goal setting, workflow planning, recruitment, and performance management.

·        Develop and enforce contract standards, ensuring consistency and compliance across the organization.

·        Identify opportunities for business optimization and lead initiatives to improve operational transparency and effectiveness.

·        Work closely with Senior Legal Counsel and General Counsel to maintain and enhance contract templates, training tools, and policy documents.

Qualifications and skills we are looking for:

·        Post-secondary education in Business Management, Legal Studies, or Contract Management.

·        Minimum 8 years of progressively responsible experience in contract management, legal, or business operations.

·        At least 2 years of leadership or people management experience.

·        Experience working across private industry, government, and corporate environments.

·        Strong understanding of corporate, commercial, contract, and intellectual property matters.

·        Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

·        Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

·        Familiarity with government or research-oriented environments is considered an asset.

·        Strong conflict resolution, negotiation, and dispute management skills.

·        Effective leadership and team management capabilities.

·        Strategic thinking and business planning acumen.

·        Ability to build and maintain stakeholder relationships.

·        Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and developing staff.

·        Adaptability to fast-paced environments and changing priorities.

·        Excellent organizational and priority management skills.

·        Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

·        Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and sound decision-making abilities.

Why Alberta Innovates?

We offer our employees opportunities to work on projects that will expand their skill sets while witnessing the visible impacts of their efforts. We value the development of our employees and create opportunities for working in capacities that allow new skills to be learned. We know that the wellness of our team is the most important part of our business, so we offer a strong benefits package, vacation starting at 3 weeks and paid time off programs to promote work-life balance.

The final candidate will be required to undergo a security clearance and provide credible references.

Interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and resume to applynow@albertainnovates.careferencing the competition title and number in the subject line.

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ALBERTA INNOVATES IS COMMITTED TO THE PRINCIPLE OF EQUITY IN EMPLOYMENT AND ENCOURAGES APPLICATIONS FROM ALL QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS. WE WISH TO THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR THEIR INTEREST. HOWEVER, ONLY THOSE INVITED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.