Job Title:
We are seeking a seasoned Contract Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating Procurement agreements within IT, Marketing, Manufacturing and R&D.
The role will be based at least 3 days per week and report to the Sr Director, Legal.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support Procurement functions with a focus on IT, Marketing, Manufacturing and R&D in the review, drafting and negotiation of agreements;
* Draft, review and negotiate IT Procurement agreements (including software licensing, SaaS agreements, cloud service agreements and others);
* Advise on technology transactions, ensuring compliance with intellectual property requirements, data privacy and cybersecurity standards;
* Assess and mitigate risks in Procurement transactions, identifying potential liabilities and ensuring contract terms align with corporate policies;
* Provide strategic guidance on vendor risk management and third party integrations;
* Operate independently to manage relationships with business partners to understand their challenges and help develop solutions;
Requirements:
* Qualified lawyer with 6-8 years of experience in international corporate/commercial law at a large law firm or corporate legal department;
* At least 3 years of legal experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating IT Procurement agreements and other Indirect Procurement agreements either at a law firm or as part of an in-house corporate legal department;
* Experience advising global teams and collaborating with global functions;