Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret commercial contracts (SOWs, NDAs, amendments, order forms) across IT, marketing, logistics, and operations. Coordinate with internal stakeholders and procurement, update standard templates, manage high project volume, and support special projects under supervising attorney guidance.
TJX Companies
At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you’re working in our four global Home Offices, Distribution Centers or Retail Stores—TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, Homesense, Sierra, Winners, and TK Maxx, you’ll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family—a Fortune 100 company and the world’s leading off-price retailer.
Job Description:
The Opportunity:The Contracts Specialist will be part of the TJX Legal Department’s commercial contract team, and will be responsible for contract drafting, review, revision, negotiation, and interpretation in support of a variety of TJX business functions. This role will have direct contact with internal business stakeholders and must also be able to effectively interact and negotiate with contract parties and their counsel. The successful candidate will have experience with contract negotiation and will be able to work independently or with attorneys in the Legal Department, as appropriate. This is a hybrid position working in our Framingham, MA offices.
What You Will Do:- Review, revise, draft and negotiate commercial agreements (including statements of work, order forms, amendments, and non-disclosure agreements) in support of IT, marketing, logistics, store operations, distribution centers, and other business functions
- Coordinate with internal business clients and procurement team on contract negotiations, including planning and development of negotiation strategy and applying precedent
- Assist with updates to standard contract templates and related contract materials
- Handle a high volume of projects and prioritize effectively, with the support of supervising attorney.
- Assist with special projects, as needed
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experience required
- 4 to 6 years of experience in contract drafting, negotiation, and review
- Experience negotiating directly with third parties
- Excellent written communication skills, including clear and concise drafting and attention to detail
- Ability to effectively communicate with internal business stakeholders and third parties
- Strong judgment as to appropriate escalation of issues
- Highly organized and capable of efficiently handling multiple projects at the same time
- Proficient with Microsoft 365 Suite
Benefits include Associate discount; 401(k) match; medical/dental/vision; HSA; health care FSA; life insurance; short/long-term disability; paid holidays/vacation /sick/bereavement/parental leave; EAP; incentive programs for management; auto/home insurance discounts; tuition reimbursement; scholarship program; adoption/surrogacy assistance; smoking cessation; child care/cell phone discounts; pet/legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses. All benefits are subject to applicable plan or program terms (including eligibility terms) and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information.
In addition to our open door policy and supportive work environment, we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package. TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.
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USA Home Office Framingham MA 550 Cochituate RdThis position has a starting salary range of $71,300.00 to $89,100.00 per year. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.The TJX Companies, Inc. Framingham, Massachusetts, USA Office
770 Cochituate Road, Framingham, MA, United States, 01701
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