Contract Manager

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers.

• Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and finalizing commercial contracts, including, but not limited to, non-disclosure agreements, professional services agreements, purchase agreements, SaaS agreements, engagement letters, statements of works, amendments, and other business/legal documents.
• Identifying and advising internal clients on risks associated with each transaction and proposing practical/strategic risk mitigation strategies in connection with commercial transactions.
• Working closely with commercial attorneys within the Contract Management Organization.
• Supporting various aspects of the contract management process, including use and management of Western Digital’s internal contracts management tool/application. 
• Providing ad hoc project management, general administrative, and operational support to the Contract Management Organization.
• Utilizing/configuring technology tools, such as Smartsheets or other tracking and work management software applications.
• Working on special projects, as needed.

• Bachelor or Master Degree from accredited law school. Overseas education in US/EU is a plus.
• 5+ years of relevant transactional experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements.
• Experience working with a US based or global company is a plus.
• Excellent English oral and written communication and presentation skills required.
• Ability to effectively identify goals and communicate and identify risks and proposed go-forward strategies with internal business clients.
• Strong attention to details and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Track record of providing high-quality, timely results on a wide variety of contract matters.
• Self-starter who takes ownership of work and demonstrates the ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
• Experience with automated procurement, contract management, and task management software applications.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).
• Experience leveraging AI tools in contract management and/or legal operations.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

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