Commercial Contract Senior Manager

KPMG Careers; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG recherche un expert pour gérer les aspects commerciaux et contractuels d'engagements complexes pour divers clients. Le candidat idéal aura une solide expérience en gestion contractuelle, d'excellentes compétences relationnelles et la capacité de travailler dans des environnements d'une grande complexité. Chez KPMG, nous valorisons un environnement inclusif et collaboratif. Nous offrons des possibilités de travail flexible et soutenons nos employés dans leur développement.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Inclusive environment

Support for diverse backgrounds

Qualifications

• Expertise en gestion commerciale et contractuelle.
• Expérience en environnements contractuels complexes, de préférence dans des secteurs comme la technologie ou l'énergie.
• Capacité à développer des relations solides avec les clients.

Responsibilities

• Activer et exécuter des contrats pour assurer la gestion des obligations.
• Surveiller les aspects contractuels des sous-traitants et partenaires.
• Négocier les changements et gérer les niveaux de service.

Skills

Commercial and contractual management expertise

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder management skills

Negotiation skills

Understanding of commercial environments

Job description

Managing the commercial and contractual aspects of complex engagements delivered by KPMG to clients, including Blue Chips, FTSE, and large international corporates.

Responsibilities:

1. Activate and execute agreed contracts and schedules to ensure understanding and management of obligations by KPMG engagement teams.
2. Design and implement day-to-day contractual and commercial management processes to oversee revenue, profitability, and risks.
3. Escalate and implement corrective actions when engagements deviate from expected returns or pose contractual risks.
4. Proactively liaise with clients on commercial and contractual matters, keeping them informed of progress, benefits, and risks.
5. Monitor and manage the contractual and commercial aspects of sub-contractors and strategic partners.
6. Provide KPIs to Commercial Management leadership on client activities and value creation.
7. Support the Engagement Lead in negotiating change controls and managing service levels.

Skills and Experience:

• Expertise in commercial and contractual management with a forensic mindset.
• Culturally aligned with KPMG's partnership approach.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Credibility with clients and ability to develop strong relationships.
• Understanding of the scope and responsibilities of this role within KPMG.
• Commercially astute negotiation skills, capable of protecting margins.
• Experience in complex contracting environments, preferably in sectors like Technology, Engineering, Construction, Energy, or Natural Resources.
• Experience in Professional Services, especially Advisory Consulting.
• Ability to shape sustainable operating models for managing engagement profitability and risks.

Our Culture and Benefits:

At KPMG, we believe in working together as one team, striving for excellence, and making a positive impact for our clients and colleagues. We support flexible working arrangements and are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are members of the Business Disability Forum and participate in the Government's Guaranteed Interview Scheme. We value diverse backgrounds and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

Explore more about our values and how we support our people. We offer various flexible work options, and if you need adjustments during the application process, please contact us.

Note: We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies.