Junior Contracts Manager
A Fortune 50 financial services company is seeking a highly motivated Junior Contracts Manager for our client in the McLean, VA area.
Overview:
- To support Procurement Vendor and Management (PVM), Vendor Management Operations (VMO) business objectives by identifying contracts needing performance assessment based on risk criteria and recording negotiated terms.
- Ability to work both independently as well as in a team environment.
Responsibilities:
- Under the guidance of PVM VMO personnel, collaborate with internal PVM as well as Business Unit (BU) stakeholders to identify a backlog of contracts that may be subject to performance assessments.
- Identify third-party service level agreements, regulatory requirements, reporting requirements, documentation requirements, escalation requirements and other possible negotiated terms in contracts; and record associated information in a standard template.
- Build and maintain relationships with team members and key stakeholders.
- Ensure clear, concise, and effective communication and documentation.
- Maintain and update internal systems to ensure proper recording of contractual information in support of BU stakeholders' effectiveness in completion of performance assessments.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Experience in reviewing contract law/ terms/conditions.
- Extensive experience in acquisition planning, strategy development, negotiations, contract.
- Ability to multitask and work effectively, both independently and in a team environment, ensuring timely completion of assignments and meeting established standards.
- Effective word processing and spreadsheet software skills.
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
- Advanced research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced organization skill and attention to detail.
- Effective skill interacting tactfully and effectively in various situation.
Desired:
- Financial industry experience.
