Contract Management - AM

Job Requirements:
Contract Management:Ensure that Turn Around Times and SLAs are met across the Contract Life cycle. Trouble shoot to solve problems if encountered with any bottlenecks. Escalate, as necessary. Ensure Work allocation across the team is balanced and enables achieving of TATs and SLAs. Quality Assurance: Ensure each contract goes through Quality check and is reviewed for accuracy and adherence to approved contract templates.Ensure that coordination with internal stakeholders (like QRM team / Resource Management team / Engagement teams) is smooth and effective. Similarly, ensure that coordination with Member Firms is appropriate. Ensure the team is appropriately trained. Assessing the training needs of each individual and ensuring that we have Learning & Development plan to address those training needs. Ensure that contractual records using an internal tracker and tool are updated and current at all times Analyze contractual data and reporting, as necessary. Ensuring reports are accurate. Support in invoice dispute resolution. Spot Automation opportunities and coordinate with IT teams to execute these opportunities to improve efficiency in the department. Team Management: Ensure team is managed well. Provide appropriate listening to the issues raised by the team and help solve those. Performance Management: Ensure appropriate feedback is provided to the team (both positive and development needs); provide opportunities and challenges for teams to grow. Monitor internal and external communications related to contract management and respond in a timely manner. Maintaining the data confidentiality and ensure compliance to company policies and Risk Management guidelines. Stay updated on risk management guidelines for contracts that may impact existing or future contracts. Ability to understand regulatory and legal compliance requirements especially related to international services business / travel etc. would be preferred. Establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders by acting as a one-stop shop for contractual matters to foster effective contract management.Work independently and ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a fast paced dynamic environment is essential. Supporting on Ad-hoc requestsEssential skills required:Prior experience in Contract Management or a related role 6 to 8 years of experienceProficiency in MS Excel (Advanced), MS Word, MS PowerPoint, Ms Outlook)Ability to multi-task and work independentlyStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to understand, analyze and present data. Good People Management / team management skills Education / professional qualificationsBachelors degree in commerce, Business Administration or a similar discipline. MBA or Masters degree in Commerce will be preferred. Legal internships or experience working in law firm or legal departments of big corporations is preferred. Preferred Skills Ethics and integrity: Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information with professionalism and integrity.Quick learner with the ability to grasp new concepts and technologies.Good team player with strong coordination skillsSelf-driven and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Organizational skills: Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple customer accounts simultaneously.Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.