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Staff Member - Contract Administrator

Franklin Energy

Port Washington, Wisconsin

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$69,500–$77,400
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Alternative Energy, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Business Operations, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Consulting, Contract Management, Contract Requirements, Contract Review, Corporate Compliance, Corporate Governance, Customer Experience, Diversity, Driver's License, Ecosystems, Establish Priorities, Insurance, Insurance Documentation, Legal, Legal Support Skills, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Outsourcing, Paralegal, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Development, Process Improvement, Product Design, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Records Management, Research Contracts, Risk Management, Service Delivery, Software Administration, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Statement of Work (SOW), Systems Maintenance, Technical Delivery, Technical Support, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Port Washington, Wisconsin
POSTED
Today
Franklin Energy is redefining the clean energy future as the only integrated provider of comprehensive solutions, combining unmatched expertise in strategic consulting, program delivery, product solutions, and design/build services. Powered by our advanced AI-driven technology platforms, we deliver seamless, tech-driven support across the entire energy service ecosystem to accelerate impactful change and ensure an unmatched customer experience. Since 1994, Franklin Energy has been a trusted partner in protecting communities and our planet, paving the way for a sustainable future for all. Learn more at www.franklinenergy.com and join us in leading the clean energy revolution.

Position Summary

The Contract Administrator will provide support to the General Counsel and Corporate Counsel in the following areas: contract administration, coordination, and maintenance, contract drafting and review under supervision of legal counsel, assistance with corporate compliance and corporate governance matters, contract searches and filings, certificate of insurance requests, research and special projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.
  • Provide support contract lifecycle management, administer routine contract requirements, and provide contract triaging and assistance with post-execution contract management.
  • Maintain contract management system and records and follow contract processes.
  • Research contract issues under supervision of in-house counsel. Prepare, review, and negotiate various types of agreements, such as confidentiality, consulting, teaming, and subcontract agreements, statements of work, amendments and and other contract documents.
  • Maintain relationships with internal stakeholders and provide support to operations with all steps of the contracting processes.
  • Provide training to operations on the company's contract process.
  • Assist business clients with completion of questionnaires that may be required by client as part of the contracting process.
  • Work closely with operations and in-house counsel to assess and take steps to minimize contracting risks to the organization.
  • Develop legal process improvements and tools, such as workflow automation, checklists, standard operating procedures to improve efficiency of delivery of legal services.
  • Respond to requests for historical data relevant to contracting, which may include active and expired contracts, amendments, extensions, and certificates of insurance.
  • Assist General Counsel with corporate matters, risk management and insurance.
  • Provide litigation support, including file set-up and maintenance.
  • Support record retention processes and administration.
  • Maintain entity compliance with secretary of state offices in states where the company is registered.
  • Manage special projects outsourced to consultants or outside counsel.
  • Undertake other ad hoc projects under supervision of counsel.
  • Transmit legal correspondence.
  • Complete administrative forms and tasks for in-house counsel.
  • Support insurance application process, maintain insurance policy information, and request certificates of insurance.
Position Requirements

Education and Experience
  • Degree or Certification required; Bachelors Degree preferred
  • 3+ years contract administration, contract management, or procurement experience
  • Paralegal certificate preferred but not required

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

  • Driven and self-motivated with a strong desire for learning
  • Extremely organized with a strong sense of priority, urgency and commitment to deadlines
  • Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage a heavy workload and prioritize multiple projects
  • Ability to work independently while functioning well in a team environment
  • Ability to understand general business operations, issues and dynamics beyond the scope of basic legal issues
  • Ability to communicate effectively with members of other departments in order to support their functions as well as to assist them in supporting the legal staff
  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint & Excel)
  • Committed to diversity and inclusion

Licenses & Certifications
  • Valid driver's license
  • Paralegal certification preferred but not required

Travel Requirements
  • Willingness to travel up to 5-10%


Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made f

About the Company

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Franklin Energy

WE IMPLEMENT BUSINESS AND RESIDENTIAL ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROGRAMS FOR OUR UTILITY CLIENTS.

With over two decades in the energy efficiency landscape, Franklin Energy is the industry expert in program administration and implementation for utility clients across the nation. We pinpoint value-driven solutions and deliver goal-focused results for ranging program markets, from business to residential to everything in between.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.franklinenergy.com/