Legal Contract Administrator (m/f/d)

Make an impact at NTT Global Data Centers

Join NTT Global Data Centers and be part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability in the digital world. With over 150 data centers across more than 20 countries globally, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology and transformative projects. Experience a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

Your role at a glance

Detail-oriented and motivated Associate Paralegal / Contract Specialist to join our Global Legal team, supporting Legal Operations with a concentrated focus in construction and power. This role is ideal for someone with foundational legal training and hands-on experience in contract review, regulatory compliance, and project documentation within these sectors, with growing exposure to contract lifecycle management and cross-functional collaboration.

What we are looking for

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal and contract support on construction and power engagements and transactions across the contract lifecycle, including intake, review, execution, and post-execution tracking.
• Assist in reviewing, redlining, and formatting contracts, subcontracts, service agreements, and project correspondence related to construction and energy projects.
• Support contract governance processes, including contract intake, approval workflows, execution, and documentation in accordance with internal policies.
• Assist in identifying key contractual terms, deviations, and risk areas, escalating issues to senior legal team members as appropriate.
• Maintain and organize contract records, templates, and legal documentation to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and compliance.
• Support the administration and ongoing use of contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems (e.g., Conga CLM, DocuSign CLM), including tracking contract status, key dates, and obligations.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g., project management, procurement, engineering, finance) to facilitate contract requests and ensure alignment with legal and business requirements.
• Liaise closely with business unit teams as needed on contract-related matters, including standard terms, process guidance, and documentation support.
• Assist in maintaining and improving contract templates and standard forms to support consistency and efficiency.
• Support regulatory filings, permitting processes, and compliance tracking related to construction and energy projects.
• Monitor deadlines, key milestones, and contractual obligations to support timely execution and compliance.
Assist in preparing correspondence and supporting materials for internal and external stakeholders, including vendors and project teams

Knowledge, Attributes and Skills:

• Multiple years of experience in a legal support role, preferably in construction or energy/power industries.
• Familiarity with construction contracts (e.g., AIA, EPC) and energy-related agreements.
• Preference given to experience with:
  • FERC, OSHA, EPA, or other relevant regulatory bodies.
  • supporting renewable energy or infrastructure projects.
• Paralegal Certificate preferred but not required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Solid understanding of general legal concepts, including contract law, construction law basics, legal terminology, ethics, and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple contracts and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), with strong digital literacy and experience working with business and collaboration tools.
• Familiarity with contract lifecycle management systems (Conga CLM, DocuSign CLM, or similar), including tracking and workflow processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated ability to follow established processes while supporting continuous improvement in contract management workflows.

Who we are

As the third largest data center provider, we operate over 150 data centers in more than 20 countries and regions. We understand that every business – large and small – has its own unique needs and goals. We offer local-to-global data center expertise, aligned with our connected platform of AI-ready data centers to create solutions that enable our clients to seamlessly scale their digital businesses, anywhere and anytime.