Contract Administrator

KOMPAN U.S. is looking for a Contract Administrator who will aid in the preparation, negotiation, and management of contracts to ensure compliance with contract terms, conditions, expectations, and performance.

This role will assist the KOMPAN U.S. team in the planning and preparation of proposals, review contracts for accuracy, and ensure contract execution in compliance with contract terms.

As a global leader with an organizational focus on people, passion, progress, and performance, our mission is to create healthier and happier communities by delivering the best in play and fitness solutions.

We’re KOMPAN - let’s play!

Who We Are

For more than 50 years, KOMPAN has researched, designed, and built innovative and imaginative commercial playground equipment and outdoor fitness sites that captivate all ages and abilities.

In collaboration with our global headquarters in Denmark, KOMPAN designs, manufactures, and installs more than 1,000 sites a month across 90 different countries.

Our North American headquarters, located in Austin, Texas, supports field sales around the U.S. and Canada.

At KOMPAN, we take pride in our commitment to the global environment. We exceed sustainability efforts and make it possible to lower carbon emissions by utilizing recycled ocean waste, consumer-recycled plastics, and textile wastes to create playgrounds that are born green or made green.

What You’ll Do

• Manage the daily operations of the contract process, including preparing, analyzing, tracking, and modifying contracts
• Assures accuracy and appropriateness of contract text and attachments
• Collaborate with Finance Director and other departmental leaders to ensure contracts are properly executed
• Monitor contracts (includes administering, extending, modifying, or terminating contracts)
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, including risk management and corporate legal compliance
• Liaison for negotiating contract terms between the company and external parties
• Develops and maintains an organized system of physical and digital records
• Notify stakeholders of decisions, problems, or further actions needed relative to the contract
• Acquire and maintain a working knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, policies, standards, or procedures
• Maintain deadlines on deliverables and communicate on an ongoing basis with stakeholders about contractual issues.
• Analyze potential risks involved with specific contract terms

What You’ll Need

• At least 5 to 10 years of experience as a Contract Administrator, paralegal experience preferred
• Knowledge of legal requirements involved with contracts
• Familiarity with accounting procedures
• Excellent communication skills and adaptability in trying new technologies to aid in streamlining contract reviews
• Keen attention to detail, with an ability to spot errors
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate with varying seniority levels, including colleagues, managers, and external partners

Perks and Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Competitive PTO and robust holiday schedule
• Mileage reimbursement

KOMPAN is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. All employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.