Senior Contracts Specialist

Global Technical Talent; Framingham (MA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Fortune 500 retail company seeks an experienced Contract Manager to oversee IT contracts in a remote role, offering excellent salary and career growth opportunities. You will be responsible for drafting SOWs, managing contract negotiations, and collaborating with various stakeholders while ensuring a commitment to inclusivity within the company.

Benefits

Opportunity for career advancement

Collaborative team environment

Work remotely with occasional office visits

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in IT corporate contracts.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience with IT Professional Services contracts.
• Solid understanding of legal terms and contract principles.

Responsibilities

• Draft, proofread, and finalize Statements of Work (SOWs).
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings to clarify business requirements.
• Negotiate and manage IT Professional/Consulting Services contracts.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Contract Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Law Degree

Paralegal experience

Tools

ServiceNow

Jira

Job description

Employer Industry: Retail and Apparel

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $58.69/hr
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Work remotely with occasional office visits (1-2 times a month)
- Collaborative environment with a focus on team success
- Engage with diverse stakeholders and influence contract processes
- Contribute to a leading Fortune 500 company committed to inclusivity

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Draft, proofread, and finalize Statements of Work (SOWs) in Managed Services and Staff Augmentation engagements
- Facilitate stakeholder meetings to clarify business requirements and document specifications
- Negotiate and manage IT Professional/Consulting Services contracts
- Monitor and prioritize incoming requests for SOW reviews and manage document versions
- Collaborate with Legal and Procurement on high-profile commercial agreements and continuous improvement efforts

What is Required (Qualifications):
- 8+ years of experience in IT corporate contracts
- Minimum of 4-6 years of experience drafting, negotiating, and executing IT Professional Services contracts
- Bachelor's Degree, Law Degree, or Paralegal experience
- Solid understanding of legal terms and contract principles
- Ability to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced environment

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience with ServiceNow and Jira
- Agile Kanban experience
- Hands-on experience with various contract types, including T&M and Fixed Fee
- Ability to conduct legal and other research
- Experience working directly with attorneys in advisory and negotiation capacities

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