Lead and manage Request for Proposal (RFP) process including drafting RFP, reviewing vendor proposals and facilitating vendor selection
Draft and review contracts and agreements within specified timelines and in alignment with First Tech standards, leading contract negotiations as required
Draft and negotiate contractual provisions, including risk allocation, indemnification, business terms and limitations of liability, collaborating with leadership or internal counsel as appropriate
Assist in management of contract repository, ensuring consistency and best practices are followed
Ensure contracting policies, processes and practices are current and in alignment with industry best practices
Manage contract renewals, amending and/or extending contracts as required
Partnering with business units to ensure vendor compliance with existing contract terms and conditions, escalating to leadership as appropriate
Act as a subject matter expert, providing contract guidance to other business units
Mentor Contract Managers and other team members on a day to day basis
Essential Skills:
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree is preferred
Minimum 5 years’ experience in drafting and negotiating contracts and agreements
Familiarity with the financial services IT contracts
Solid grasp of governance, privacy and security laws, risk management and compliance
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to effectively resolve issues
Proven sound judgment, work ethic, and professional integrity with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to work autonomously, to manage time effectively and prioritize work appropriately to meet deadlines
Exceptional business communication skills; able to write/speak clearly and professionally for a variety of audiences
