Percona

open source database software, support, and services

ContractsSpecialist

North America FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Entry candidates.

The Brief

“Contracts Specialist at Percona. Skills: Contracts drafting, Contracts negotiation, Quote verification, Attention to detail. Prepare, send, and help negotiate contracts. Update contract language for clarity and relevance”

Industry & Context.

open source database software, support, and services
Problems you'll solve

Solving puzzles; Untangle problems; Problem-solving mindset; Figuring out how things work; Spot issues; Propose solutions

Eligibility Requirements

Flexibility to work a schedule with at least four hours of overlap with U. S. Eastern Time

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree (business, English, philosophy, political science, pre-law, or any field that sharpened how you think and write), Demonstrated attention to detail, Written and verbal English communication skills, A problem-solving mindset, Intellectual curiosity, Comfort with technology and a willingness to learn new platforms quickly

Nice to Have

Internship, co-op, or project experience in legal, paralegal, contracts, deals desk, operations, finance, accounting, or any role requiring meticulous review of documents, Coursework or independent reading in contracts, business law, or commercial transactions, Examples of process improvement, Experience working independently or in a remote setting, Interpersonal skills and good judgment in ambiguous situations, Any exposure to Salesforce, Ironclad, or other business tools

What You'll Do.

and help negotiate contracts

Update contract language for clarity and relevance

Verify that quotes accurately reflect what the customer is buying

Build a working knowledge of Percona's expert consulting

Review red-lined agreements

and propose solutions

and document requests

Coordinate with Finance and Compliance

Practice explaining terms and making recommendations to internal stakeholders and external partners

Help cover time-sensitive requests across time zones

and Services teams as they move complex deals from quote to close

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work alongside a small but talented team; Partner with internal teams and customers; Work closely with the Senior Director of Contract Operations and Contracts Business Partner; Coordinate with Finance and Compliance; Communicate clearly to internal stakeholders (Sales, Customer Success, mServices, Finance) and external partners (Customers, Partners); Work with global experts

Communication Scope

Written and verbal English communication skills; Communicate clearly; Thoughtful questions

Full Job Description

Are you passionate about solving puzzles, learning fast, and building expertise where business, technology, and legal operations meet? This is an entry-level role designed for someone at the start of their career who is naturally curious, loves to untangle problems, and wants to build deep expertise at the intersection of law, business, and operations. You don't need prior contracts experience — you need a sharp mind, an eye for detail, and a real appetite to learn. You'll also become fluent in what Percona actually sells: our expert consulting, support, and managed services across MySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and MariaDB. Understanding our products is what makes the rest of the work click into place. WHAT YOU WILL DO As a Contracts Associate, you'll step into the dynamic intersection of law and business, where no two days look quite the same. You'll work alongside a small but talented team that will invest in your development from day one. Every contract is a new puzzle, and every puzzle is a chance to grow. This role is perfect for someone who is energized by figuring out how things work, asking good questions, and finding cleaner ways to do them. - Learn to Draft and Refine: With guidance and structured training, you'll prepare, send, and help negotiate contracts — updating language for clarity and relevance using modern tools like Salesforce, Ironclad and AI. We'll teach you the platforms; you bring the curiosity. - Get the Quote Right: Our contracts team prides itself on being expert navigators of Salesforce, making sure every opportunity is set up correctly from the start. You'll learn to verify that quotes accurately reflect what the customer is buying — so customers receive the right entitlements, our Services teams know exactly what to deliver, and Billing and Finance have clean, reliable information on which to invoice and report. This is detail work that genuinely matters, and it's a place where careful thinking pays off every single day. - Learn Our Produ

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