Contracts Specialist

Company: StarRez
Location: Denver
Posted on: December 30, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description About StarRez StarRez is the global leader in student housing software, providing innovative solutions for on and off-campus housing management, resident wellness and experience, and revenue generation. Trusted by 1,400 clients across 25 countries, StarRez supports more than 4 million beds annually with its user-friendly, all-in-one platform, delivering seamless experiences for students and administrators. With offices in the United States, Australia, the UK, and India, StarRez blends the robust capabilities of a global organization with the personalized care and service of a trusted partner. The Role StarRez, Inc. is seeking a Contracts Specialist to join our growing Legal Team and provide critical support across all stages of the contracting lifecycle. This role will partner closely with both the Legal and Go-To-Market Teams to manage the contract process from intake and RFP support, through negotiation and execution. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a high volume of SaaS and technology contracts, with demonstrated success in governmental or public sector contracting. You'll bring a genuine enthusiasm for learning and an ability to pick up new tools and technologies quickly. Just as important, you will communicate clearly, listen actively, and contribute to a supportive, positive, and open-minded team culture. This role requires excellent organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a collaborative, service-oriented approach to supporting internal teams and business stakeholders. In addition to core contracting responsibilities, the Contracts Specialist will contribute to broader legal initiatives. This position goes beyond simply managing RFP responses and contract negotiations. This role will champion a culture of collaboration and consistency by helping internal teams understand the benefits of a structured proposal process. The person in this position will be instrumental in strengthening cross-team alignment, deepening understanding, and guiding the organization toward more efficient, scalable, and strategic practices. Role Specifics Work Location: Remote (US) or Hybrid (Denver) Travel: Less than 5% (The percentage of travel is an estimation, and it could vary based on business needs.) Reporting Structure: This role reports to the Senior Contracts Counsel. Application Deadline: This role will accept applications on a rolling basis until filled. What You Will Own Draft, negotiate, and close assigned customer agreements (SaaS & Services), including amendments, MSAs, MNDAs, SOWs, renewals, supplier agreements, and others Be the point of contact for customer renewal amendments in coordination with Customer Success and Finance and ensure timely closure Collaborate with appropriate internal team members to ensure alignment and agreement on contractual terms and conditions Identify and mitigate contract risks, and validate legal and regulatory compliance of all executed contracts (and communicate as necessary cross-functionally) Work cross functionally with teams throughout the business to ensure contractual compliance and best practices Lead contract negotiations with publicly funded institutions, balancing state requirements with commercial tolerances Develop and maintain scalable contract processes, templates, and playbooks Perform other responsibilities in support of the Legal team's initiatives Required Qualifications Meet ONE of the following educational requirements: Bachelor's degree in related field (business, law, or similar) Paralegal Certification OR Associate's Degree 1 years of experience in contract management with experience reviewing, negotiating, and/or drafting contracts Preferred Qualifications Juris Doctorate from an ABA approved program Experience focused on SaaS/Software contracts Proven experience negotiating, drafting, and managing a high volume of SaaS and technology contracts with public higher education institutions or other publicly funded entities, with a strong understanding of their procurement and compliance processes Familiarity with state and university contracting standards, such as indemnity, data security, limitation of liability, and procurement regulations Excellent negotiation, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills Fair, strong, concise and balanced negotiation approach Ability to multitask and prioritize workload in a fast-paced work environment Exhibit great organizational skills and attention to detail Experience using Artificial Intelligence in work streams and contract review Proficient in contract management software and computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint) Experience using Salesforce and a CLM, preferably Lexion International contract experience in EMEA and APAC is a major plus Reasons to join our Team: Opportunity to be a part of a well-established, high-performance company that has been in business for over 30 years Full benefits including health care, paid time off, life insurance, and 401k plan with company match for eligible team members. A supportive team environment with emphasis on learning and development opportunities Our Promise: You will learn, grow, and be appreciated for your impact and contributions. Z-Factor: Our most celebrated value, you will work with a team of caring, high-performing, and passionate people who have fun supporting our vision, innovation, and continuous improvement. Even if you don't have all of the Preferred Qualifications listed above, but feel you have what it takes to succeed in the role, we would love to hear from you! We are proud of our diverse workforce and are dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming environment for all employees. People from various ethnicities, ages, genders, and abilities are encouraged to apply. Notice to external Recruiters and Recruitment Agencies: StarRez will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies, headhunters, or any other third parties for this role through this website or directly to any employee. StarRez and any of our subsidiaries will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company. In addition, we ask that you do not reach out to any employee with regards to this position, or any other positions, now, or in the future. US - Salary Range $80,000—$110,000 USD StarRez is an equal opportunity employer.

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