Contract Administrator and Licensing Specialist
Company Summary
EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.
Department Summary
The In-Home Services Corporate team is devoted to supporting thousands of talented employees in delivering the industry’s best products and solutions. Constantly refining our best-in-class service, IHS Corporate manages the behind-the-scenes operations to ensure a seamless customer experience through analytics, project management and training initiatives.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person interview.
Managing the high-volume contract lifecycle and complex city and state licensing requirements across a nationwide In-Home Services department requires exceptional organization and proactive compliance. This role serves as the critical bridge between operational business units and the Legal team to prevent costly lapses in coverage, licensing, or legal standing. By streamlining contract execution, NDA workflows, and municipal audit readiness, this position ensures seamless business continuity. Proactive administration of these risk-mitigation frameworks protects the organization from operational disruptions.
What Success Looks Like (Objectives):
Administer the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including NDAs, renewals, and closeouts, to ensure zero lapses in operational coverage or compliance
Manage the application, maintenance, and timely renewal of municipal and state licenses nationwide to keep the business fully audit-ready
Serve as the primary liaison between the In-Home Services department and the Legal team to translate complex legal requirements into actionable operational guidelines
Maintain the contract management database to provide real-time visibility, accurate reporting, and streamlined processes for business leaders
Leverage AI-powered contract management tools to accelerate document review, flag renewal timelines, and optimize workflow efficiency
Develop and implement standardized compliance frameworks and best practices to scale licensing and contract management operations efficiently
Skills, Experience and Requirements
Core Skills and Competencies (What you’ll bring):
Deep expertise in contract lifecycle administration, regulatory compliance, and the interpretation of legal terminology
Exceptional organizational and project management abilities to oversee multiple high-stakes renewal dates and licensing applications simultaneously
Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills to effectively bridge the gap between operational teams and legal counsel
Proficiency in utilizing AI-driven contract management platforms and advanced digital collaboration suites to streamline administrative workflows
Analytical problem-solving skills to independently identify compliance risks and formulate actionable solutions
Proven experience managing complex administrative frameworks or legal support operations in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Additional Qualifications
Prior experience in a paralegal or legal support role
Hands-on experience with ContractPodAI or similar enterprise contract management platforms
Minimum Requirements
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Legal Studies, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)
Minimum Experience: 3 years of experience in contract administration, compliance management, or a similar role
Required Technical Skills: Must have at least 3 years of experience with:
Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Drive) and Microsoft Office
Contract management systems
Visa sponsorship not available for this role
Benefits
We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: EchoStar Benefits.
The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.
Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.
We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process.EchoStar will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the Company, poses a direct threat of substantial harm to others, or is otherwise not required by law. EchoStar has a more detailed Accommodation Policy that applies to employees. EchoStar endeavors to make echostar.com and jobs.echostar.com accessible to users. Please contact leaves@dish.com if you would like to discuss the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.Click the links to access the following statements: EEO Policy Statement, Pay Transparency, EEOC Know Your Rights (English/Spanish)