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Legal Contract Specialist

Children's Wisconsin · Milwaukee, WI · Full time

Posted Aug 31, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you managed many contracts at once. How did you keep track of them?

What they are checking: Whether they can run a contract management process without losing deadlines or versions.

Tell me about a time you had to explain a legal issue to someone who was not a lawyer.

What they are checking: Whether they can translate legal terms into plain language for executives and administrative staff.

Tell me about a time you found an error in a document an attorney had already approved.

What they are checking: Whether they will raise mistakes respectfully, even when it means correcting someone senior.

What would you do

A department leader needs a contract signed by Friday, but you see a problem with the terms. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can push back on deadlines when there is real legal risk and explain it clearly.

How do you decide what you can handle yourself and what must go to the General Counsel?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the limits of their role and avoid giving legal advice they are not qualified for.

How would you work with executives and administrative staff who see legal review as slowing them down?

What they are checking: Whether they can build good working relationships while still protecting the organization.

About the work

Walk me through how you review a vendor contract before passing it to an attorney.

What they are checking: Whether they have a structured way to spot risky terms so attorneys spend time only on what needs them.

What contract terms do you look at most closely in a healthcare setting?

What they are checking: Whether they know issues like indemnification, HIPAA business associate terms and liability caps.

What contract management software or tools have you used?

What they are checking: Whether they can step into the existing workflow and keep records organized and searchable.

How do you handle confidential information in the Legal Department?

What they are checking: Whether they protect sensitive legal and patient information, which is critical in a hospital legal team.

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The full job description

As published by Children's Wisconsin.

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today. Please follow this link for a closer look at what it’s like to work at Children’s Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/ Job Summary Provides high level support for the Legal professional staff, performing contract legal review, drafting, and other administrative responsibilities as assigned, Performs law-related tasks under the direction of the organization's General Counsel and other attorney members of the Legal Department as well as cross-coverage of the contract management process flow. Reports to General Counsel and collaborates with Executive, Administrative, and Corporate teams. Maintains confidential information on the highest level and communicates (orally and in writing) with leadership. • Bachelor's Degree in law or related field required or Associate's Degree and equivalent paralegal experience will also be considered. • Juris Doctorate preferred. If JD, then paralegal certificate is not required or relevant experience. • 2+ years paralegal or corporate contracting experience required. • 2+ years corporate experience and proven professional communication working with senior leaders, executives, and staff at all levels required. • Experience working with vendor contracts and producing legal documents required. • Experience providing support to attorneys, paralegals and business professionals preferred. • Healthcare and hospital organization and administration experience preferred. • Experience utilizing contract management systems and electronic record-keeping and filing systems preferred. • Experience using and implementing AI system tools preferred. • Knowledge of legal procedures and policies, state statutes, municipal ordinances, and court interpretation. • Working knowledge of legal research methods. • High level of written and verbal communication skills, as well as grammar, punctuation, spelling, and proofreading skills. • Strong organizational and analytical skills • Ability to interpret contracts and express complex legal issues in clear, concise language. • Ability to apply new technology to the work setting. • Self-starter, ability to prioritize and organize workload to meet daily demands and meet tight deadlines as well as respond to urgent situations while dealing with a high volume of work. • Advanced proficiency in MS Office products (technology specific area) and internet research. • Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality pertaining to strategic plans as well as operational changes and legal matters within the organization. • Demonstrates the ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing situations and priorities. • CP-Certified Paralegal - NALA - required. Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law. Certifications/Licenses: CP-Certified Paralegal - NALA - National

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