What’s the role 

The Contracts Administration Team Lead is responsible for overseeing the creation, execution, and management of commercial contracts that support organizational goals. This role ensures that all agreements are legally sound, compliant with company policies, and aligned with business objectives.  

This role partners closely with the Sales, Legal, Contract Advisors, Finance, and Operations teams to minimize risk, optimize business outcomes, and support revenue growth. 

Accountabilities: 

Contract Development & Negotiation  

• Draft and review a wide range of commercial agreements, including MSAs, TCs and amendments 

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and align contract terms accordingly 

• Ensure contract language is clear, consistent, and reflects company priorities 

Contract Management & Compliance  

• Manage the full contract lifecycle  

• Ensure contract accuracy prior to execution  

• Maintain an organized repository of all agreements and track key terms, obligations, and expiration dates 

• Monitor compliance with contractual obligations and follow up with internal/external parties as needed  

• Improve and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and standards.  

Cross-Functional Collaboration  

• Manage team of 6 full-time staff  

• Partner with Sales teams during deal cycles to accelerate contract turnaround and support revenue enablement 

• Work closely with internal Legal Counsel to understand and manage contractual updates 

• Provide contract training to internal teams and serve as a subject matter expert on contract processes 

Process Optimization  

• Streamline contract workflows to increase speed and consistency 

• Implement contract management tools, systems, and best practices 

• Track KPIs (cycle time, volume, risk trends) and prepare reporting for leadership 

What you bring  

• Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Law, Finance, or related field 

• At least 5 years of experience in contract management, commercial negotiations, or a similar role 

• Strong understanding of legal terminology and contract structure 

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship building skills 

• High attention to detail and strong organizational capability 

• Ability to work cross functionally in a fast-paced environment 

• Experience in technology, SaaS, telecommunications, or enterprise sales environments is preferred 

• Familiarity with CLM (Contract Lifecycle Management) systems is preferred 

• Paralegal certification or advanced legal training is preferred 

What we offer 

The base salary range for this position is $95,000 - $143,000 per year.  As   pay will be based on various factors, such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, seniority, and internal equity.  

For regular full-time or regular part-time employees of the Company (participating companies as listed in the Summary Plan Description), insurance coverage options include medical, dental, vision coverage, life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs. Employees also participate in a company pension plan and a 401(k) plan. Paid leave includes up to 6 weeks of paid vacation time, up to 11 paid holidays, and parental leave offering 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents, and 8 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents. 

Additionally, employees are eligible for short-term disability leave for up to 26 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay as well as Long-Term Disability insurance. Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses, and some roles are eligible for discretionary long-term incentives.  For interns, eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs; participation in a 401(k) plan; and paid leave for up to 11 paid holidays.  Additional information on Shell’s US benefit programs can be found at https://www.shell.us/careers/about-careers-at-shell/rewards-and-benefits.html. 

You bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. You’ll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another. You’ll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself. 

• Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition together 

• Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead 

• Work at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices 

• Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise 

• Achieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself 

• Benefit from flexible working hours, and the possibility of remote/mobile working 

• Perform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performance related salary increase – our pay and benefits packages are considered to be among the best in the world. 

• Take advantage of paid parental leave, including for non-birthing parents 

• Join an organization working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply 

• Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and international teams 

• Gain access to a wide range of training and development programs 

We'd like you to know that Shell has a bold goal: to become one of the world’s most diverse and inclusive companies. You can get to know more about how we're working towards that goal, click here.  

Shell in The United States 

Shell has been in the US for more than 100 years, leading the sector in energy, petrochemicals and refined products.  Today, we provide millions of Americans with the energy needed to heat and cool their homes and power the economy.   

We operate in all 50 states, from our Deepwater platforms in the Gulf of America to the Pennsylvania Chemicals complex and our miles of pipelines throughout the US. 

We reach our customers through our 13,000 branded retail stations, and we are number 1 in gasoline sales. We also own the #1 brand of motor oil in the U.S. – Pennzoil® – made from natural gas. 

We are excited to play a key role in the move to net carbon emissions while providing the oil and gas needed by society for many decades to come.