Specialist, Legal Contracts

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About the Role:

IMAX is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Contract Specialist to support the full contract lifecycle, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and administering commercial agreements. Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Legal, this role will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure contracts align with business objectives, contractual obligations are effectively managed, and commercial risks are appropriately identified and addressed.

The Legal Contract Specialist will also play an important role in improving contract workflows, maintaining legal documentation and systems, and supporting the day-to-day operations of the Legal team. This role is ideal for a proactive and adaptable professional who combines strong contract management expertise with exceptional organizational skills and an interest in using technology, automation, and AI to improve legal processes.

Responsibilities

Contract Management

• Draft, review, negotiate, and administer commercial agreements, including theatre agreements, vendor and supplier agreements, NDAs, service agreements, amendments, change orders, and Statements of Work (SOWs)

• Review contractual terms and identify commercial risks, obligations, and key business considerations

• Maintain and update contract templates to align with company policies and applicable requirements

• Coordinate contract negotiations with Legal and cross-functional stakeholders to support timely execution

Contract Systems & Process Improvement

• Maintain and optimize contract databases and lifecycle management systems, including tracking key dates, renewals, deliverables, and obligations

• Identify opportunities to streamline contract workflows through automation, AI, and process improvements

• Support the implementation and optimization of contract lifecycle management tools

• Develop consistent processes and documentation to improve efficiency and reduce contractual risk

Risk, Compliance & Documentation

• Support the identification and mitigation of commercial and contractual risks

• Help ensure agreements comply with company policies, contractual standards, and applicable requirements

• Prepare, proofread, and format contracts, correspondence, reports, and other legal documentation

• Maintain accurate and organized legal records to support accessibility, compliance, and reporting

Cross-Functional & Legal Team Support

• Partner with Procurement, Finance, Operations, and other business teams to align contractual requirements with business objectives

• Serve as a key point of coordination throughout the contract review and approval process

• Support the Legal team with project tracking, documentation, scheduling, and other administrative requirements

• Manage multiple contract and departmental priorities in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• Paralegal or Law Clerk diploma, or equivalent professional experience in contract management or legal support

• 5–10 years of experience in contract management, legal operations, paralegal, law clerk, or related roles within a corporate or law firm environment

• Strong experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts, amendments, change orders, and SOWs

• Experience identifying contractual obligations and commercial risks

• Strong organizational and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and adapt to changing business requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to work effectively across functions

Nice to Haves

• Experience with contract lifecycle management and e-signature platforms such as Ironclad, DocuSign, or ServiceNow

• Experience using AI, automation, or workflow tools within legal or contract management processes

• Degree in Business Administration, Contract/Construction Law, or a related discipline

• Experience supporting legal and contracting activities within a complex, global organization

Position Status:

Existing Vacancy

This job posting reflects a current vacancy within the organization. The position is active, approved, and intended to be filled as part of our staffing needs.​ / Cette offre d’emploi reflète un poste actuellement vacant au sein de l’organisation. Le poste est actif, approuvé et destiné à être pourvu dans le cadre de nos besoins en dotation.

Hiring Range / Échelle salariale à l’embauche :

$74,430.90 / 74.430,90$ - $86,836.05 / 86.836,05$ (per year / par an) Final pay within this range will be determined based on experience, skills, internal equity, and the geographic location of the role. Additional non-discretionary compensation may apply where eligible. / La rémunération finale dans cette échelle sera déterminée en fonction de l’expérience, des compétences, de l’équité interne et de l’emplacement géographique du poste. Une rémunération non discrétionnaire supplémentaire peut s’appliquer lorsque le poste y est admissible.

At IMAX, you will be part of a culture built on respect – we are committed to creating a welcoming and diverse atmosphere across our organization.

For consideration, please apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest in IMAX but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

IMAX will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Change Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

In accordance with Ontario’s pay transparency requirements, candidates will be informed when they are no longer under consideration for this position. Communication regarding application status may be provided through email or through your online applicant profile (if applicable).​ / Conformément aux exigences de transparence salariale de l’Ontario, les candidats seront informés lorsqu’ils ne seront plus pris en considération pour ce poste. Les communications relatives au statut de votre candidature pourront être envoyées par courriel ou par l’intermédiaire de votre profil de candidat en ligne (le cas échéant).

As part of our recruitment process, we may use technology-assisted tools, including automated systems, to support the review and assessment of applications. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All decisions related to screening, interviewing, and selection are made by our Talent Acquisition and hiring teams.​ / Dans le cadre de notre processus de recrutement, nous pouvons utiliser des outils technologiques, y compris des systèmes automatisés, pour appuyer l’examen et l’évaluation des candidatures. Ces outils ne prennent pas de décisions finales en matière d’embauche. Toutes les décisions liées à la présélection, aux entrevues et à la sélection sont prises par nos équipes d’acquisition de talents et d’embauche.