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.
Job Title: CLM Architect
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.
Qualifications:
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.
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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.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high-calibre team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
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, colour, 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.
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Disclaimer:
Compensation 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.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government-issued ID during each interview.