Senior Legal Analyst (CLM)

Job Description

Company Summary

We're the producers, creators and marketers of beer, wine and spirits brands that people love. At Constellation Brands, we're driven to push boundaries and think beyond today to deliver products and experiences that resonate now, tomorrow and well into the future. Because of this approach, we're the fastest-growing large CPG company in the U.S. at retail, with operations in the U.S., Mexico, New Zealand and Italy. Our premium portfolio of iconic brands like Corona Extra, Modelo Especial, Kim Crawford, Robert Mondavi, The Prisoner, High West Whiskey, and more drive industry-leading growth for us today. But we're just getting started. Our ability to stay on the forefront of consumer trends has fueled our success since our founding in 1945 and will guide us in creating the next generation of products and experiences Worth Reaching For.

Position Summary

The Senior Legal Analyst (Contract Lifecycle Management) is a key role in supporting Contract Lifecycle Management technology at Constellation Brands. This position is uniquely positioned as a techno-functional leader for all business needs for legal technology solutions. This role will collaborate closely with legal, procurement, IT, and business leaders to translate legal and contract management goals into actionable plans and solutions. The Senior Legal Analyst (Contract Lifecycle Management), will help ensure that contract management technology solutions are aligned with business priorities, support continuous improvement, and elevate the organization's impact within the company. The role will lead with thought-leadership and align the senior business stakeholders to a structured approach for implementing solutions according to IT framework. This role will need to develop subject matter expertise in the CLM platform and will own the blue-print, process and configuration of the platform.

This role is ideal for an individual with experience in cloud-native architecture and platforms with digital skills. Also desirable is experience in working closely with external delivery partners (on and off-shore). This role requires someone who is a detail-oriented, analytical collaborator who brings structure to complex contract management initiatives, ensures alignment across teams, and supports a culture of accountability, agility, and innovation. This role is fit for an individual who is familiar with agile ways of working and has a strong understanding of Legal and CLM technology tools.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with legal, procurement, IT, and business leaders to translate strategic CLM goals into actionable contract management initiatives.
• Support development of Legal and CLM technology roadmap.
• Develop functional requirements, translate them into configuration requirements and build detailed epics and user-stories to drive implementation, review, test and accept the implemented user-stories.
• Drive selection of technology solution options in the Legal and CLM space based on business requirements, value and priorities.
• Support the development, execution, and measurement of Legal and CLM performance metrics.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities that inform the Legal and CLM technology roadmap.
• Collaborate with business partners and external delivery teams to develop and refine Legal and CLM technology solutions.
• Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, and recommendations to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment across the organization.
• Contribute to performance measurement, forecasting, and scenario planning to enable data-driven decision-making.
• Stay informed on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to continuously enhance Legal and CLM capabilities.
• Actively participate in agile ceremonies.

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in contract management, legal analysis, procurement, or related roles within an enterprise environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including legal, procurement, IT, and business leaders.
• Experience gathering requirements and translating business needs to technology solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present findings and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• At least 3 years of experience with CLM systems, contract analytics tools, and compliance frameworks.
• Deep understanding of industry trends and best practices in contract management, compliance, and supplier relationship management.

• Master's degree in Law, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or similar.
• Experience with advanced CLM analytics platforms, contract management software (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba, Oracle).
• Proven ability to drive process improvement and innovation in contract management and compliance within a dynamic organization.
• Experience managing cross-functional projects and collaborating with diverse teams.
• Strong strategic thinking skills, with the ability to align contract management practices with organizational goals.
• Demonstrated success in presenting complex data and insights to senior leadership and influencing contract decisions.

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.