Aricka Gauba

• Experienced Contract Specialist adept in drafting insurance contracts, certificates, and agreements across life and disability coverages
• Proficient in managing entire contract lifecycle, from drafting to database recording, renewals, and termination
• Known for fostering strong client relationships and providing advice to senior management
• Skilled in enhancing team productivity, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring junior analysts
• Experienced in project management optimization, quality assurance, system analysis, and compliance training
• Proven track record of adopting new technologies and recommending process improvements for operational efficiency.

Project – 2

• Contributed to transition of new project while drafting insurance contracts, certificates, and agreements covering life and disability coverages.
• Collaborated closely with Client Product Manager to offer insights and recommendations for drafting insurance contracts in alignment with state regulations.
• Demonstrated proficiency in overseeing complete contract lifecycle, encompassing drafting and database recording.
• Recognized for cultivating robust client relationships and offering strategic guidance to senior leadership.
• Possesses expertise in boosting team productivity, fostering collaboration across diverse teams and guiding professional development of junior analysts.
• Skilled in conducting quality assurance checks and providing compliance training.

• Proficient in contract vetting, reviewing, and redlining, with experience drafting variety of contracts such as SOWs, MSSAs, Country Participation Agreements, Source Code License Forms, and NDAs on daily basis.
• Skilled negotiator, facilitating compliant management with clients and stakeholders, and adept at managing, tracking, Escalations and facilitating e-signatures for contracts.
• Experienced in end-to-end contract lifecycle management, from drafting to recording fully executed agreements in contract databases, managing renewals, extensions, re-negotiations, amendments, and terminations.
• Collaborative team player, driving accuracy in contract drafting, review, and execution, and boosting team productivity through efficient workflows and mentorship.
• Trusted advisor on complex contracting issues, leading initiatives to streamline procurement processes and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Effective communicator, facilitating timely contract sign-offs, negotiating optimal terms and conditions, and monitoring contract performance to protect organizational interests and maximize financial objectives.
• Dedicated to maintaining orderly contract documentation systems, conducting quality reviews, and developing training materials to enhance contract management processes.

• Drafted legal documents including petitions, written statements, and applications.
• Provided client counseling and explained legal processes.
• Represented senior lawyers in court appearances and managed scheduling.
• Delivered exceptional client service with empathy and creative problem-solving.
• Prepared precise contracts and explained legal concepts to clients.
• Conducted legal research to support litigation strategy.
• Advocated for clients in court proceedings and negotiations.
• Mitigated risks through strategic advice on business operations.
• Filed pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Advised clients on potential legal outcomes and prepared settlement offers.