Contract Management Contract Management Specialists assist with managing clients in a manner that maximizes value for Accenture and our clients.
Contract Management Specialists must be capable of managing contracts, including subcontracts in accordance with company policies and procedures, applicable laws and client business requirements. Contract Managers are expected to work closely with Accenture business/client units and project teams and maintain a high level of visibility on the account as they perform their contract management responsibilities.
Contract Managers may also direct the work activities of junior contract management professionals and other related engagement staff allocated to a business or client unit, acting as a role model for contract management staff and a trusted partner to the business.
Contract Managers are client facing and have a key role in building trusted relationships with client counterparts.
What Challenges Await You: Key Responsibilities Leadership/Engagement:
Provide contract administration support for contract management processes on a specific project or account; Work with delivery and client counterparts to assist with day to day service delivery; Demonstrate the value of the contract management function with project or account teams; Drive process efficiency to current tasks and seeks innovative ways to improve performance of the team. Be a role model for contract management staff and demonstrate leadership qualities by participating in wider contract management activities. People Management/Portfolio Support:
Supervise, mentor and coach junior contract management staff allocated to a specific project or account to ensure most effective utilization of resources; Participate in the review of performance standards for junior staff; Provide input for priority setting and performance achievement process for junior staff; and Participate in the development and delivery of contract/commercial training modules for contract management staff on a specific project or account. Risk & Issue Management:
Participate in the process to identify and solve commercial and contract risks and issues; Report and document commercial and contract risks and issues in compliance with contract management processes and account delivery requirements; Ensure compliance with contract management processes and project/account delivery requirements. Sales Support:
Provide support for pre-award sales activities including supporting the development of responses to client RFPs or similar, working with business to draft contract schedules and participate in negotiations; Demonstrate basic knowledge of Accenture's service offerings and associated commercial considerations. Contracting, Drafting and Negotiation:
Drafting and review of contractual documents (i.e., Statements of Work, Change Requests, Arrangement Letters, Subcontracts and Non-Disclosure Agreements) and collaborating with other internal organizations, working under the direction of a contract management lead where appropriate; Participate in negotiations. Commercial and Contract Management Processes:
Implement relevant contract management processes in a manner that is consistent with Accenture policies; Assist with identifying and applying relevant policies and procedures applicable to an account; Work with delivery and finance leads to assist with identification and application of appropriate contract levers affecting revenue, cost and profit. What will make you successful: Job Qualifications Knowledge Skills and Experience Min 5-year post-graduation work experience in a professional capacity; Advanced understanding of contract life cycle; Understanding of commercial contracting principles and regulations; Advanced understanding of legal and compliance principles; Advanced understanding of commercial agreements; Working knowledge of MS Tools (word, excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.); Advanced level of English (mandatory). Legal and Contracting Knowledge:
Advanced understanding of general commercial contracting regulations and principles and subcontracting practices; Advanced knowledge and understanding of legal principles as they relate to commercial and contract management. Behaviours and Attributes:
Open to work with and understand cross-cultures and locations throughout the Accenture global organization. Understand the value of diversity and recognize the strengths that different styles, innovative perspectives and experiences bring to Accenture. Demonstrate respect for individuals regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, age, disability, culture, social status and/or sexuality. Strong time management, prioritization, and organizational skills. Team player, collaborative and persuasive; able to work well with executives and non-executives. Build trust-based relationships by delivering on commitments. Demonstrate good oral and written communication skills and an ability to provide appropriate advice. We have offices available in CABA, Córdoba, Mar del Plata, and Rosario! And if you are in other provinces, our positions are remote, so you can work from home!
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