Job Description

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Are you seeking a rewarding and challenging career

that allows you to make a difference?

Do you enjoy a high energy, fast paced environment?

Sodexo is seeking a Commercial Contracts Administrator to our legal department. This is a hybrid position and requires 3 days in the office at our new headquarters in Bethesda, Maryland.

The Contracts Administrator will draft and negotiate contracts for all segments in Sodexo, Inc., administer all aspects of contracting from proposal through life of contract, learn to administer specialized contracts and work with Director of Contracts and attorneys on complex projects.

The successful candidate will:

  • Review bid specifications for conformity to Sodexo requirements.
  • Provide sample agreements.
  • Draft and negotiate management agreements for newly awarded business incorporating operational and financial terms into a document that conforms to Sodexo standards.
  • Review Client-drafted document for conformity to Sodexo requirements and to field summary of financial structure.
  • Negotiate or assist the field in the negotiation of contract as needed.
  • Update existing Agreement through Amendment or re-write to reflect changes in services provided or in financial arrangements.
  • Draft language to incorporate operational and financial changes.
  • Review and provide recommendations for revision to miscellaneous subcontracts and vendor agreements entered into at the unit level
  • Draft miscellaneous documents in Sodexo standards including but not limited to termination letters.

The ideal candidate will have/be:

  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • One to three years’ experience in contract administration.
  • Ability to negotiate specialized contracts.
  • Good writing skills

No relocation assistance is provided.

At Sodexo, we believe every employee should have the resources to be their best. Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.


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What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
  • 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
  • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
  • Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.


Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

Basic Functional Experience – 2 years of experience in contracting or related experience

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.

Application Instructions

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