Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Health Catalyst is a healthcare performance improvement company focused on data-informed healthcare improvement through data, analytics, expertise, and engagement. The Contract Analyst supports the Legal, Commercial team by reviewing and drafting commercial agreements, analyzing and redlining contracts, managing CLM processes, advising internal business teams, and leading legal operations improvements.
Responsibilities
- Independently conduct in-depth legal reviews and draft a wide variety of commercial agreements (both from established templates and from scratch), including customer contracts, strategic partnership/vendor agreements, Business Associate Agreements (BAAs), and non-disclosure agreements
- Identify key risks, legal deviations, and operational issues in complex incoming contracts, preparing comprehensive redlines and practical fallback options prior to escalation or execution
- Leverage enterprise Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) systems to manage intake, refine processes, track contract stages, maintain repository accuracy, and optimize operational workflow mechanics across the legal department
- Partner closely with Sales, Customer Success, Product, and Business Development teams to translate business needs into clear contract terms, answer contract-related queries, and ensure compliance with internal risk boundaries
- Lead legal process improvement initiatives to streamline department operations and contracting speed. If qualified by paralegal background and interested, assist with entity management, corporate maintenance, subsidiary filings, and routine corporate/tax administration matters
Skills
- * **8+ years of dedicated commercial contracting experience**, with deep expertise in contract analysis, drafting, and detailed redlining. *(Non-attorney role)*
- * **CLM Proficiency:** Hands-on experience working within digital Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) systems and contract repositories to drive efficient review processes and workflows
- * **Exceptional Drafting Skills:** Superior written communication skills, with the demonstrated ability to draft clear, precise, and unambiguous contractual language
- * **Analytical Precision:** Strong eye for detail and the ability to spot subtle risk allocation issues, operational traps, or inconsistencies in third-party paper
- * **Process Mindset:** Proven ability to evaluate operational workflows, identify bottlenecks, and implement practical process improvements within a legal environment
- * **Business Acumen:** Ability to balance legal risk with commercial reality, providing clear, practical analysis to internal stakeholders
- * **Organization & Drive:** Exceptional time-management skills with the ability to manage a high volume of contract reviews, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines
- * **Cultural Fit:** World-class teammate—humble, hard-working, collaborative, and a continuous learner
- * **Industry Experience:** Direct experience drafting/reviewing **SaaS / technology licensing** agreements, **healthcare IT** contracts, or work within the **healthcare/life sciences** sector
- * **Multi-System Familiarity:** Broad experience adapting to and working across various commercial contract management tools and electronic signature platforms
- * **Privacy & BAA Expertise:** Hands-on familiarity with HIPAA, Business Associate Agreements, data privacy standards, and IP/data rights clauses in commercial technology agreements
Benefits
- Remote work in the US, with the option to work from office locations if desired
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