Contracts & Negotiations

Kyndryl; Madrid; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kyndryl is seeking a Contracts & Negotiations professional in Madrid to draft, negotiate, and manage complex IT contracts with customers, vendors, and partners. Onsite in Madrid initially, with potential to move to hybrid work.

You will collaborate across functions to structure and negotiate deals, ensuring policy and regulatory alignment while supporting profitability. Fluency in English and additional languages is preferred, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Law degree with 2–9 years of experience in a law firm or in-house contract management in the IT services sector.
• Professional working proficiency in English; knowledge of additional languages is preferred (Dutch, Hebrew, German, Portuguese).
• Strong analytical skills and business acumen; ability to distill complex legal concepts into clear writing.
• Experience negotiating with sophisticated legal counterparts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate, draft, structure, and manage contractual documents establishing sound business relationships with vendors, customers, and partners.
• Work across functions to structure contracts, manage complex relationships, and resolve disputed matters.
• Provide general advice and counsel on contractual matters within IT services.

Skills

English proficiency

Legal analysis

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Law degree

Job description

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.

The Role

Your Role Responsible for negotiating, drafting, structuring, and/or managing contractual documents that establish sound business relationships with vendors, customers, and/or partners, taking into account applicable company policy and legal, financial, technical, and regulatory requirements. Works closely with other functions across the business as necessary to structure and negotiate contracts, manage complex relationships, resolve disputed matters, and provide general advice and counsel on contractual matters.

Your future at Kyndryl

Are you ready to take your legal and commercial expertise to the next level in a dynamic, global tech environment? Kyndryl’s Contracts & Negotiations (C&N) team is looking for a talented and driven contract professional to join us in shaping the future of information technology agreements. As part of C&N, you’ll be at the heart of Kyndryl’s commercial engine, negotiating and managing customer agreements that range from multi-million-dollar outsourcing deals to bespoke amendments and strategic advisory. You’ll collaborate across functions, lead complex projects, and help ensure the profitability and success of our accounts. The ideal candidate will be capable of managing existing accounts and deals within such accounts, with the intended trajectory of growing into more complex deal‑making as you develop. Onsite presence in Madrid is expected initially, with the possibility of transitioning to a hybrid setup once you’re fully onboarded. Occasional travel may be required.

Who You Are

Who you are

Required skills and experience

• A law degree and 2-9 years of experience in a law firm (preferably with commercial IT agreements) or in-house contract management and negotiations within the IT services sector
• Professional working proficiency in English with one or more of the following languages preferred: o Dutch o Hebrew o German o Portuguese
• Strong analytical skills and business acumen
• Ability to destill complex legal concepts into clear, concise writing
• Experience negotiating with sophisticated legal counterparts is a plus
• Ability to establish and maintain trusted relationships with trusted stakeholders

Preferred skills and experience

• Prior experience in a corporate or in-house legal environment
• Exposure to litigation support or regulatory documentation processes
• Experience coordinating information across multiple legal subject areas

Being You

The “Kyn” in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we’re excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging — being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team — is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That’s The Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

Your career with us isn’t just a job—it’s an adventure with purpose. We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health—because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best. From your very first day, you’ll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won’t just contribute—you’ll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth. We’re here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you’ll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You’ll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities—from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands‑on experiences. And through it all, you’ll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success. We want you to thrive here—and we’re committed to helping you do just that.

At Kyndryl, we achieve progress the world depends on, with purpose. Beginning with the purpose that matters to you. Because here, you will be part of a culture designed with purpose. One that is restless, empathetic and devoted. Where we are committed to sustainable progress for our customers and supporting the communities where we work and live. All of you is what we want. And what we need. Join us, and together, we can advance the vital systems that power human progress.