Contracts Manager - I2 Group

Contracts Manager

i2 Group - Remote

i2 is seeking an experienced contracts manager to join their team covering the whole of the i2 Intelligence Analysis portfolio.

The i2 business was acquired by N Harris Computer Corporation in 2021 (from IBM) and the Contract Manager is responsible for the successful migration of customers and contracts into the new i2 business unit and the day-to-day ownership of all aspects of managing the commercial contracting practices of i2 with assistance from the legal department.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the Contracts Manager will include

• Develop and implement a standardized contractual review process to ensure efficient and thorough evaluation of all agreements.

• Manage all contractual aspects within the i2 portfolio with due regard to compliance, governance, and group-wide actions.

• Draft, propose, generate & help to negotiate agreements, contracts, orders, proposals, quotations, changes and terms and conditions in accordance with an agreed strategy and customer requirements.

• Serve as a focal point of contact for customers, partners and internal stakeholders regarding contractual matters.

• Day to day management of all aspects of contracting within the business including recruiting and onboarding of partners.

• Drafting, reviewing, and transacting commercial contracts including Amendment Terms and Public Procurement Contracts

• Monitoring & reporting on contract performance and compliance.

• Maintenance of Contract Registers.

• Dealing with and mitigating disputes in close collaboration with the legal department and i2 leadership.

• Provide guidance on compliance with terms and conditions identifying flow down terms and risk by supporting the negotiation of major subcontracts.

• Setting and upholding contract standards for use through ought the organisation, for example when issuing statements of work or documents of understanding to external parties

As the Contracts Manager in i2, we are looking for someone who has:

• Experience in a commercial legal setting or contract management role for a software and technology company.

• Strong communication skills, the ability to tell it like it is and comfortable presenting to senior leadership.

• Sound commercial and business awareness.

• Forward leaning, able to look at the broader strategy and outcomes beyond the immediate task.

• Resilience and tenacity to deal with the periods of high intensity work, notably during bid activity.

• A track record of successful contract negotiation and the management of change is highly desirable.

• Able to work within various locations as required, leading geographically dispersed, diverse teams with flexible working arrangements.

• A good understanding of data process requirements within Europe (GDPR) and North American privacy acts.