Contract Administrator

Job Title: Contract Administrator

Department/Business Unit: Accounting

Reports to: Commercial Leasing Supervisor  

Status: Full-Time 

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

Job Summary

The contract administrator is responsible for analyzing and negotiating contracts for leased properties and dispositions of major and complex lease transactions, managing insurance liabilities per location, and conducting cost analysis for the Liberty Tax Service Corporate Company Store business unit.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and revise contracts, agreements, and amendments.
• Negotiate for new leases, lease renewals, lease extensions, lease assignments, lease buyouts, lease proposals, letter of intent (LOI) & other contract agreements, as needed
• Conducts site evaluations, negotiation terms and conditions, marketing and disposing of surplus space.
• Ensure contracts comply with company policies, legal standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with legal, procurement, finance, and project teams regarding contract terms.
• Maintain accurate contract records, files, and databases.
• Monitor contract milestones, deliverables, and expiration dates.
• Assist with contract negotiations with vendors, clients, and partners.
• Identify potential risks in contract language and recommend changes.
• Track contract performance and ensuring obligations are met by all parties.
• Prepare reports related to contract status, renewals, and compliance.
• Support dispute resolution and contract modifications when necessary.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Law, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–5+ years of experience in contract administration, procurement, or legal support.
• Knowledge of contract law and contract lifecycle management.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and contract management software.

Preferred Qualifications

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma/GED with 3 or more years of relevant experience and/or certification in related field.

Physical Requirements

Position requires sitting or standing at a desk for periods of up to eight hours.

Work Environment

At the corporate office with the option for a hybrid schedule. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not exposed to weather conditions.

Liberty Tax is an equal opportunity employer.