Our client, which specializes in the information technology services and consulting industries, is seeking a contract associate manager to join their team. **Share your resume gayatri.samantara@experis.com** **Job Title: Contract associate manager** **Location** · BALTIMORE MD 21201 · BOSTON MA 02116 · HARTFORD CT 06032 · NEW YORK NY 10003 · PHILADELPHIA PA 19103 · PITTSBURGH PA 15219 · WASHINGTON DC 20002 **Pay : $50/hr on w2** We are seeking a highly skilled contract associate manager to join our legal and commercial services team. As a contract associate manager, you will work alongside sales and delivery teams to manage contracts throughout the entire contract lifecycle. Your role will focus on maximizing value for all parties by providing high-quality advice and support for negotiation, drafting, and ongoing management of client contracts. You will apply your commercial and contractual expertise to drive the delivery of legal and commercial outcomes, including sales growth, revenue protection, margin improvement, and compliance with contract obligations. **Key Responsibilities:** + **Leadership/Engagement:** + Lead and support contract management teams across various projects and accounts. + Collaborate with account leadership and client stakeholders to understand and support client needs, strategy, objectives, and opportunities. + Provide input into performance management activities for contract management staff across multiple projects. + Identify, escalate, and resolve commercial and contract risks, working closely with project leadership to achieve the best outcomes. + Engage in pre-award sales activities, including contract drafting support and discussions on potential deal-shaping with sales teams and business leadership. + **Contracting, Drafting, and Negotiation:** + Lead the drafting and review of contractual documents such as Statements of Work, Change Requests, Arrangement Letters, Subcontracts, and Non-Disclosure Agreements. + Collaborate with internal organizations under the direction of a contract management lead. + Observe and/or participate in contract negotiations. **Knowledge and Experience:** + Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in contract management. + Strong ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with client executives at all levels. + Basic understanding of commercial contracting regulations, principles, subcontracting practices, and terms and conditions. + A bachelor’s degree is required. + Membership in professional organizations like the International Association for Contract and Commercial Management (IACCM) or the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) is considered a plus. **Behaviors and attributes:** + Open to working with and understanding cross-cultural teams within a global organization. + Values diversity and recognizes the strengths that different styles and perspectives bring to the team. + Demonstrates inclusion and respect for all individuals, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, age, disability, culture, social status, and/or sexuality. + A leader and team player who is collaborative and persuasive and capable of working effectively with both executives and non-executives. **Work Requirements:** + Some travel may be required. + Opportunity to work remotely, with occasional in-office requirements. **Chances for Extension:** YES **US Citizens:** YES **Visa Sponsorship:** NO If you are a motivated professional with strong contract management experience and a passion for driving successful outcomes, we encourage you to apply! 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