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Job Title: Contracts Administrator Vendor Information Risk ManagementBusiness Group: Vendor Information Risk Management Contracts Team Location: Toronto ON (Hybrid)About the Role:We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Paralegal / Legal Assistant to support our Contracts Team within the Vendor Information Risk Management group. This role focuses on reviewing contracts with medium-risk vendors and ensuring appropriate contract language is present, particularly language relating to machine learning and technology-specific clauses where needed. The ideal candidate brings a blend of legal expertise, procurement knowledge, and strong organizational skills to help drive operational efficiency and risk mitigation in vendor engagement.Key Responsibilities:Review, analyze, and interpret contract language to ensure compliance with internal standards and risk management protocolsEnsure ML (machine learning) related language is appropriately included in relevant contractsMonitor and manage a shared team inbox, actioning incoming contract review requests efficiently and accuratelyConduct reviews for medium-risk vendor agreements and escalate where necessaryCollaborate with cross-functional teams such as Procurement, Risk, and Legal to align contract language with policy and compliance requirementsSupport ongoing organization and maintenance of internal contract tracking systems and databasesContribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the contracts and vendor risk teamRequired Qualifications:810 years of experience as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant, preferably in a procurement or vendor risk management environmentProven experience working with contract clauses reading, drafting, and interpreting legal languageSolid knowledge of procurement processes, vendor lifecycle management, and third-party risk managementStrong organizational skills and attention to detailProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)Nice-to-Have Qualifications:Background or knowledge in Information Technology (IT)Experience in procurement negotiations or related contract management activitiesLegal office operations or law firm experience is a plusEducation & Certification:Bachelors degree in a related fieldParalegal Certification required