Who you are

- You have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in contract management, preferably in a fast-paced technology or AI company

- You possess strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously

- You have excellent communication skills (both written and oral) and can effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels

- You are comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities

- You have a practical, business-oriented mindset with the ability to balance legal requirements with business needs

- You are proficient with contract management software, specifically Ironclad, including setting up and managing workflows and templates

- You are proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google productivity tools,

- You have experience with standard contract types including NDAs, master service agreements, and procurement contracts

- Familiarity with AI industry contracts and technology sector agreements will be considered an asset

- Experience in implementing or optimizing contract management processes will be considered an asset

- You are proactive, solutions-focused, and enjoy finding ways to improve operational efficiency

- If any of the above doesn’t line up exactly with your experience, we still encourage you to apply

What the job involves

- The legal team at Cohere is dynamic, fast-paced and cross-functional, supporting all areas of the organization with an aim to provide efficient, scalable legal processes and support

- This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of enterprise AI contract management and work on streamlining our contractual processes to support rapid growth
- The Contract Manager will be a key player in scaling Cohere's contract operations, working closely with the Legal team, Sales, Product, and Finance to ensure smooth contract execution and management





- Serve as the primary point of contact for responding to contract-related requests that don't require legal counsel, providing timely and accurate guidance on standard contract terms and processes

- Assist with triage of legal requests and allocate to appropriate counsel where necessary

- Manage and maintain legal document management systems, ensuring all contracts, amendments, and related documents are properly organized, tracked, and accessible

- Monitor contract compliance and key dates, providing proactive notifications for renewals, expirations, and critical milestones

- Oversee the contract lifecycle from initiation through execution, including drafting standard agreements, managing approvals, and maintaining contract repositories

- Develop and implement efficient contract management processes and workflows to support business growth and reduce operational friction

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, Product, and Finance to ensure contract terms align with business objectives and operational requirements

- Support the legal team with contract administration, data entry, and preparation of contractual materials

- Create and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and standard operating procedures to ensure consistency and efficiency

- Analyze contract data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvement

- Assist with reporting on contracts

Benefits

- Six weeks’ paid vacation

- Equity / stock options
- RRSP, 401(k), and Pension Scheme contributions

- Coverage for 100% of your insurance premiums across health, dental, vision, and travel

- Additional coverage for accessing mental health providers/services

- Six months of fully paid parental leave, including adoption and surrogacy

- Financial support for egg freezing and IVF in Canada and the UK
- A monthly fitness and wellness allowance

- Globally dispersed company that supports a remote work culture
- A $2,000 annual education benefit for career development
- A weekly stipend for meals when working remotely and catered lunch when working from one of our global offices
- A monthly arts and culture allowance
- A monthly quality time allowance

📌 Contract Manager (Canada)
🏢 Cohere
📍 Canada