Senior Manager, Contracts and Corporate Compliance

We are currently seeking a full-time Senior Manager, Contracts & Compliance, to work fully onsite in our Memphis, TN office.  This is an excellent opportunity to join and grow EnSafe, getting involved in a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients across the globe.

As a Senior Manager, Contracts & Compliance, you will serve as the primary point of contact for non-federal contractual matters and corporate compliance activities, including contract negotiations and the management of complex administrative and compliance processes across multiple business functions.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role, you will:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all non-federal client contracts, proposals, and projects.
• Manage the full contract lifecycle, including proposal support, negotiation, execution, and closeout.
• Review RFPs, identify risks, and support development of compliant, competitive responses.
• Negotiate contract terms and subcontract agreements to align with company objectives and risk tolerance.
• Maintain and enhance contract templates, standards, and processes.
• Oversee contract intake, workflow prioritization, and performance tracking within the contracts portal.
• Lead corporate compliance activities, including registrations, filings, licenses, and supplier portal requirements.
• Ensure compliance across multiple entities and jurisdictions, including required regulatory reporting.
• Administer corporate insurance programs, renewals, claims tracking, and audit support.
• Monitor subcontractor/vendor insurance compliance and documentation.
• Draft and manage corporate agreements, including NDAs, employment, teaming, and joint venture agreements.
• Maintain litigation tracking and support conflict-of-interest reviews.
• Provide oversight and direction to the Contracts Coordinator, including workload management and mentorship.
• Partner cross-functionally to align contract, risk, compliance, and operational priorities.
• Support office lease administration, including reconciliation of annual CAM expenses.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, compliance, and risk management.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
Minimum Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Legal Studies, or a related field required.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in contract management, legal support, or corporate compliance required (candidates with a Juris Doctor and 5+ years of experience will be considered).
• Deep understanding of contract lifecycle management, negotiation strategies, and RFP processes.
• Experience managing compliance across multiple legal entities and jurisdictions.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including mentoring or overseeing junior staff.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• High attention to detail with a proactive, ownership-driven mindset.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across cross-functional teams.

Preferred Skills:

• Juris Doctor (JD).
• Knowledge of insurance programs, claims management, and risk mitigation practices.

Why Join EnSafe?

• Employee-Owned Advantage
  EnSafe is 100% employee-owned, with an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) since 1997. That means when EnSafe succeeds, you succeed too, turning company growth directly into shared rewards.
• Commitment to Growth and Wellness
  The company supports personalized career development, mentorship, and employee wellness initiatives such as health tracking tools.
• Purpose‑Driven Work
  EnSafe's mission focuses on impactful environmental, health, and safety consulting—making a real difference in communities and is backed by its long-standing technical credibility. 
• Safety as a Value, Not Just a Service
  Safety is deeply embedded in our culture, prioritizing employee well-being in addition to helping clients maintain compliance. We stress that "safety is part of everything we do."
• A Culture of Freedom & Ownership
  At EnSafe, our career philosophy is built on freedom. The freedom to take initiative, achieve your goals, and shape your own career path Employees are encouraged to pursue growth in a flexible, entrepreneurial environment. 
• Challenging, Creative Work
  Workdays at EnSafe are anything but ordinary, fast-paced, dynamic, and filled with opportunities to tackle projects in environmental consulting, health & safety, engineering, and technology. Every day calls for creativity, innovation, and agile problem-solving.

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