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Senior Deal Desk Manager

Ripple
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 5+ years of experience in contracts management, legal operations, sales operations, or related role supporting commercial contracting
  • SaaS contract experience with strong familiarity with enterprise software agreements (MSAs, SOWs, SLAs, DPAs, etc.)
  • Technical proficiency with contract lifecycle management systems (Linksquares preferred), Salesforce CRM, and AI automation tools
  • Process orientation with demonstrated ability to create documentation, templates, and scalable workflows
  • Legal aptitude including understanding of contract terms, commercial concepts, and risk considerations
  • Exceptional attention to detail with ability to spot issues and inconsistencies in contracts
Nice to have
  • Bachelor's degree (preferred)
  • Experience with corporate treasury, financial services, or fintech/digital asset industry
  • Familiarity with global commercial contracting across multiple jurisdictions
  • Exposure to high-velocity enterprise sales environments
  • Experience building or scaling contracting functions
What the job really is

As a Senior Deal Desk Manager at Ripple, you will support the Legal, Revenue Operations, and Sales teams by managing the contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance, and improving processes. Your responsibilities will include drafting and reviewing commercial sales agreements, coordinating approvals, and providing support to various stakeholders. This role is crucial for enabling the company's global business growth and improving contract efficiency.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary, bonuses, and equity
  • Competitive benefits that cover physical and mental healthcare, retirement, family forming, and family support
  • Employee giving match
  • Mobile phone stipend
  • R&R days to rest and recharge
  • Generous wellness reimbursement and weekly onsite & virtual programming
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work options, though in-office collaboration is emphasized
  • Salary range provided, but actual salaries may vary based on experience and qualifications
  • Role involves significant interaction with legal concepts, which may require a steep learning curve for those without a legal background
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