Senior Contract Negotiator & Risk Manager

Florida International University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 65,475 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida International University in Miami, FL seeks an expert contract negotiator to support complex procurement events and contract activities. You will analyze, lead, and negotiate terms while coordinating with internal and external customers.

This role manages contract administration, risk assessments, and policy improvements under the Office of General Counsel guidance, ensuring compliance with laws and university policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 6 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 4 years of experience.
• Experience with contracts, contract administration, and procurement functions.
• Ability to oversee contract submissions, red-lining, and liaise with Office of General Counsel.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate business terms for procurement contracts, amendments, renewals, and extensions using templates.
• Develop and implement contracting strategy, policy, and process improvements.
• Oversee contract administration, review submissions, and route for review as needed.
• Conduct risk assessments and advise on mitigations per university policies and laws.
• Consult with the Office of General Counsel for legal review and compliance.

Skills

Contract negotiations

Procurement

Risk assessment

Contract administration

Policy & process improvement

Training & guidance

Public Records Requests handling

Records management

Education

Bachelor's degree with 6 years experience / Master's with 4 years

Tools

Total Contract Management (TCM) system

Job description

Florida International University in Miami, FL seeks an expert contract negotiator to support complex procurement events and contract activities. You will analyze, lead, and negotiate terms while coordinating with internal and external customers.

This role manages contract administration, risk assessments, and policy improvements under the Office of General Counsel guidance, ensuring compliance with laws and university policies.