Contract Specialist

Role Overview

We are looking for a knowledgeable Contract Specialist to join our client’s team focused on technology-related acquisitions and vendor agreements. This position entails the responsibility of assessing, modifying, negotiating, and managing contracts to ensure they meet company goals while reducing exposure to risk.

Key Duties

• Analyze, amend, negotiate, and complete various IT-related contracts such as Professional Services, Software License, SaaS, Data Licensing, Hardware, Telecommunications agreements, Statements of Work, and Order Forms.
• Collaborate with internal teams including technical departments, legal counsel, tax, and risk specialists to guarantee contract terms align with company policies and objectives.
• Engage external attorneys when needed to assist in handling complex contract negotiations and modifications.
• Assess contractual language to detect and lessen legal, financial, and operational liabilities.
• Ensure contracts are properly executed in line with corporate standards and compliance rules.
• Organize contract records meticulously and assist throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Develop and sustain positive relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders to streamline contract negotiation processes.

Candidate Requirements

• Possession of a bachelor’s degree is mandatory.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in negotiating and managing commercial contracts, ideally within energy, technology, or related sectors.
• Proven track record in negotiating IT-centered agreements including Professional Services, software licenses, SaaS, data licenses, hardware, telecommunications contracts, Statements of Work (SOWs), and Order Forms.
• Comprehensive knowledge of contract terms, risk evaluation, and commercial negotiation techniques.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral, demonstrated ability to cooperate across various departments.
• Highly detail-oriented, well-organized, and capable of juggling multiple tasks efficiently in a dynamic environment.