Entry Level Commercial Contract Manager Jobs
New grad commercial contract manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship background or portfolio of contract review work can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles concentrated in Healthcare & Medical Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Staffing & Recruiting, with employers like Lockheed Martin, University of Alabama, and Texas Health and Human Services Commission hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Direct Counsel is seeking two experienced Litigation Contract Attorneys to support a top international AmLaw 10 firm. The ideal candidates will have approximately 2–4 years of substantive litigation experience and professional fluency in Spanish, preferred. This assignment requires attorneys who can do more than conduct document review. Candidates must be able to analyze complex case materials, prepare clear and concise written briefs and summaries, identify significant legal and factual issues, and provide meaningful insights to the litigation team.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review and analyze Spanish- and English-language case materials
- Prepare case briefs, summaries, timelines, and written analyses
- Identify key facts, legal issues, risks, and potential case themes
- Provide substantive insights and recommendations to the litigation team
- Analyze pleadings, discovery materials, correspondence, and other case-related documents
- Conduct legal research as needed
- Assist with case strategy and preparation
- Communicate findings clearly and effectively to attorneys and other team members
- Collaborate with a sophisticated litigation team in a fast-paced environment
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
- Approximately 2–4 years of substantive litigation experience
- Professional fluency in Spanish and English, including the ability to review, analyze, and summarize complex legal materials in both languages
- Strong case-analysis, legal-research, and writing skills
- Experience preparing legal briefs, case summaries, or substantive written analyses
- Ability to identify significant legal and factual issues and provide practical insight
- Excellent attention to detail, judgment, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Availability for the full duration of the assignment
- Active bar admission in Florida
ASSIGNMENT DETAILS
- Hourly Rate: $70 per hour
- Overtime: Opportunities for overtime may be available based on project needs
- Schedule: Four days per week in the office, with Fridays remote
- Employment Type: Contract
INTRODUCTION
Direct Counsel is seeking two experienced Litigation Contract Attorneys to support a top international AmLaw 10 firm. The ideal candidates will have approximately 2–4 years of substantive litigation experience and professional fluency in Spanish, preferred. This assignment requires attorneys who can do more than conduct document review. Candidates must be able to analyze complex case materials, prepare clear and concise written briefs and summaries, identify significant legal and factual issues, and provide meaningful insights to the litigation team.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review and analyze Spanish- and English-language case materials
- Prepare case briefs, summaries, timelines, and written analyses
- Identify key facts, legal issues, risks, and potential case themes
- Provide substantive insights and recommendations to the litigation team
- Analyze pleadings, discovery materials, correspondence, and other case-related documents
- Conduct legal research as needed
- Assist with case strategy and preparation
- Communicate findings clearly and effectively to attorneys and other team members
- Collaborate with a sophisticated litigation team in a fast-paced environment
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
- Approximately 2–4 years of substantive litigation experience
- Professional fluency in Spanish and English, including the ability to review, analyze, and summarize complex legal materials in both languages
- Strong case-analysis, legal-research, and writing skills
- Experience preparing legal briefs, case summaries, or substantive written analyses
- Ability to identify significant legal and factual issues and provide practical insight
- Excellent attention to detail, judgment, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Availability for the full duration of the assignment
- Active bar admission in Florida
ASSIGNMENT DETAILS
- Hourly Rate: $70 per hour
- Overtime: Opportunities for overtime may be available based on project needs
- Schedule: Four days per week in the office, with Fridays remote
- Employment Type: Contract
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Entry Level Commercial Contract Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level commercial contract manager job?
Start by building familiarity with contract lifecycle basics, including drafting, review, and negotiation fundamentals. Internships in procurement, legal operations, or supply chain give you directly transferable experience. Certifications like a CPCM or a paralegal certificate signal commitment without requiring years on the job. Tailor your resume to highlight any contract-adjacent coursework, internship duties, or project work where you managed agreements or vendor relationships.
Which companies hire entry level commercial contract managers?
Companies hiring entry level commercial contract managers right now include Lockheed Martin, University of Alabama, and Texas Health and Human Services Commission, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from large enterprises with active procurement or legal operations teams, as well as defense contractors and technology firms that rely on high contract volume and need junior staff to support senior managers.
Are there remote entry level commercial contract manager jobs?
Yes, though on-site roles still dominate at the entry level. About 36% of entry level commercial contract manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting employer preference for in-office training for junior hires. Hybrid schedules are more common than fully remote, so candidates with flexibility on location will see a broader range of openings.
Are these new grad commercial contract manager jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior commercial contract manager roles. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or academic project work in lieu of full-time history, and may reference a willingness to train the right candidate. If a posting asks for a degree in business, supply chain, or a related field without requiring prior employment, it is generally open to new grads.
Which industries hire the most entry level commercial contract managers?
Entry Level commercial contract manager roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors generate high contract volume through vendor relationships, government agreements, or technology procurement, creating consistent demand for junior professionals who can support the full contract lifecycle under senior supervision.