At a Glance
- Tasks: Analyse contracts and implement strategies for cost savings in a global market.
- Company: Join a leading global market research firm with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Fully remote work, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborate with diverse teams and enjoy flexible working arrangements.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by optimising contract management and driving efficiency.
- Qualifications: Strong analytical skills and experience in contract management.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
This client is a global leader in Market Research, the role offers the possibility of being fully remote, with occasional (once monthly) travel to London. The client is looking to implement significant savings on their external contract spends, and this role will play a major part in delivering those savings globally by analysing contracts, making strategic recommendations, and working with partners.
Location: UK, London
Length: 12 months
Key Responsibilities:
- Contract Review and Analysis: Design and implement a scalable audit process for all contracts across global markets. Conduct in-depth audits of third-party contracts, prioritising high-volume markets and those with significant spend. Assess and improve the current state of contract management, rationalise agreements, standardise formats, and update clauses as needed, including regulatory and cyber security considerations. Evaluate contracts for outdated terms, incorrect supplier data, and missing KPIs or SLAs.
- Process Evaluation and Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in supplier contracts and propose strategies for streamlining. Recommend solutions for consistent contract templates, supplier performance metrics, and compliance requirements. Develop processes to ensure contract details remain up-to-date, including supplier data, contract ownership, and regulatory compliance.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with procurement, legal, and finance teams to ensure alignment in contract management.
- Efficiency and Compliance Optimization: Create recommendations for a consistent process to negotiate, sign, and store contracts across global markets. Ensure all contracts adhere to legal and regulatory standards (e.g., GDPR, cyber security). Suggest improvements to supplier management, including the incorporation of KPIs and reporting.
Success Measures:
- Delivery of KPIs and SLAs related to the Operations Modernisation Programme, with specific focus on third-party contracts.
- Implementation of effective, end-to-end contract management practices within the Operations team.
- Adherence to procurement governance processes.
- Establishment of a framework to ensure ongoing health and compliance of procurement processes.
The closing date for applications is COB 07/02, apply now!
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Project Management
Industries: Market Research
Contract Management Specialist employer: Career Moves Group I B Corp
As a leading real estate investment firm, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that values collaboration and innovation. Our employees benefit from comprehensive professional development opportunities, competitive remuneration, and a supportive environment that encourages work-life balance. Located in the heart of the UK’s vibrant real estate market, we offer our team members the chance to engage with a diverse portfolio of assets while building meaningful relationships with industry stakeholders.
Contact Details:
Career Moves Group I B Corp Recruitment Team
