CLM Architect - Remote

About the role

The CLM Architect is responsible for designing and delivering enterprise-wide CLM solutions that align with business objectives and best practices. This role involves technical architecture, process automation, governance frameworks, and system integrations, ensuring seamless contract management across business units.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic CLM Architecture & Design
• Define and implement CLM system architecture, data models, and document repository governance.
• Design and optimize contract workflows, approval hierarchies, and automation rules.
• Develop CLM integration strategies with CRM (Salesforce, HubSpot, Dynamics 365), CPQ, ERP, e-Signature, and Billing systems.
• Lead enterprise-level contract governance and risk management strategies.
• Implementation & Technical Leadership
• Oversee the customization of contract templates, metadata structures, and automated workflows.
• Guide development teams in building robust APIs and connectors for CLM data flow.
• Establish and enforce best practices for CLM configuration, contract security, and compliance.
• Evaluate and recommend AI-driven contract intelligence, analytics, and automation.

Team Collaboration & Client Engagement

• Lead technical demonstrations and proof-of-concepts (PoCs) for clients.
• Work with business analysts and stakeholders to define functional requirements.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to CLM engineers and consultants.
• Maintain vendor relationships and engage in CLM best practice communities.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Research emerging CLM technologies and industry trends to enhance implementation methodologies.
• Standardize reusable CLM implementation frameworks, playbooks, and accelerators.
• Develop training materials, knowledge-sharing sessions, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until March 22, /2025.

The annual salary for this position is between $83,250 - $132,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Cognizant is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Cognizant is committed to ensuring that all current and prospective associates are afforded equal opportunities and treatment and a work environment free of harassment.

Cognizant is recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and is a coalition member of the Veteran Jobs Mission. Our Cognizant Veterans Network assists Veterans in building and growing a career at Cognizant that allows them to leverage the leadership, loyalty, integrity, and commitment to excellence instilled in them through participation in military service.

The Cognizant community:

We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.