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Contracts Attorney ID 2024-1818 Location US-WA-Seattle Practice Legal Position Type Full-time Posted Salary Range USD $120,000.00 - USD $128,000.00 /Yr. About Exponent Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients' most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges. We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability. Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you'll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team! Key statistics: 1,100+ Team members 950+ Consultants 640+ Ph.D.s 90+ Disciplines 30+ Offices globally Our Opportunity We are currently seeking a Contracts Attorney to join our legal team in Seattle or Bellevue, WA. This role will support our core scientific and engineering consulting business and internal project teams in contracting with Exponent's clients and subcontractors. The ideal candidate is execution- and solutions-oriented, an agile team player, committed to continuous learning and must be proficient in the preparation, analysis, response and negotiation of legal, regulatory and financial aspects of commercial, including government, contracts. You will be responsible for Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, including but not limited to retention letters, NDAs, service agreements, vendor contracts, licensing agreements, and government contracts. Providing legal advice and support to internal stakeholders on contract-related matters. Reviewing and advising on protective orders or other legal restrictions relating to client project work and liaise with outside counsel and client counsel, where relevant. Ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable laws and regulations. Identifying and mitigating potential risks in contract terms and conditions. Working with Exponent's insurance brokers to ensure contract terms align with Exponent's insurance policy language and request certificates of insurance for projects, as needed. Assisting in the development and implementation of contract management processes and systems. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including finance, purchasing, and practice group leadership, to ensure contract terms align with business objectives. Maintaining accurate and organized records of all contracts and related documents. You will have the following skills and qualifications JD degree accreditation in the U.S. Active membership in good standing with the state bar. Minimum of 3-4 years' experience in contract law, preferably in a corporate legal department or law firm. Strong understanding of contract law principles and best practices, including practical implications of warranties, indemnification and dispute resolution provisions. Ability to prioritize workload, self-manage projects, handle multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced team environment where critical and very tight deadlines are common. Skills in