Contracts Lead: Negotiation, Drafting & Risk

The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC); Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Contracts Lead at The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) will handle initial legal review and negotiate agreements for goods and services. This role collaborates with Business Units, Strategic Sourcing, Legal, and Control Groups to ensure compliant, favorable contract terms.

Qualified candidates will have 4+ years in contracts, strong drafting/negotiation skills, and knowledge of regulatory risk.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of related experience in contracts and procurement.
• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills with complex terms.
• Knowledge of risk and regulatory considerations in purchasing goods/services.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Strategic Sourcing and Procurement to select contract templates or standard clauses.
• Conduct redline reviews of proposed agreements and draft nonstandard terms.
• Negotiate with suppliers on proposed agreements.
• Coordinate with Legal, Control Groups, and SMEs to ensure compliant terms.
• Communicate clearly with business units and stakeholders.
• Maintain and update contract templates and standard clauses per regulatory guidance.
• Advise on post-contract issues and drive key projects across the department.
• Maintain professional standards and manage risk in day-to-day duties.
• Support firm-wide initiatives and handle assigned duties as needed.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Regulatory risk

Communication

Sourcing cooperation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Contracts Lead at The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) will handle initial legal review and negotiate agreements for goods and services. This role collaborates with Business Units, Strategic Sourcing, Legal, and Control Groups to ensure compliant, favorable contract terms.

Qualified candidates will have 4+ years in contracts, strong drafting/negotiation skills, and knowledge of regulatory risk.