Assistant Manager - Contract Management (Drafting) - Gurugram Assistant Manager - Contract Management (Drafting) - Gurugram
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION – ASSISTANT MANAGER – CONTRACTMANAGEMENT SERVICES (DRAFTING)
About US
Nexdigmis an employee-owned, privately held, independent global organization thathelps companies across geographies meet the needs of a dynamic businessenvironment. Our focus on problem-solving, supported by our multifunctionalexpertise enables us to provide customized solutions for our clients.
Weprovide integrated, digitally driven solutions encompassing Business andProfessional Services that help companies navigate challenges across all stagesof their life cycle. Through our direct operations in the USA, Poland, UAE, andIndia, we serve a diverse range of clients, spanning multinationals, listedcompanies, privately-owned companies, and family-owned businesses from over 50countries.
Ourmultidisciplinary teams serve a wide range of industries, with a specific focuson healthcare, food processing, banking, and financial services. Over the lastdecade, we have built and leveraged capabilities across key global markets toprovide transnational support to numerous clients.
Frominception, our founders have propagated a culture that values professionalstandards and personalized service. An emphasis on collaboration and ethicalconduct drives us to serve our clients with integrity while deliveringhigh-quality, innovative results. We act as partners to our clients, and take aproactive stance in understanding their needs and constraints, to provideintegrated solutions
Qualityat Nexdigm is of utmost importance, and we are ISO/ISE 27001 certified forinformation security and ISO 9001 certified for quality management.
Wehave been recognized over the years by global organizations, like theInternational Accounting Bulletin and Euro Money Publications.
Nexdigm resonateswith our plunge into a new paradigm of business; it is our commitment to ThinkNext.
Toknow more about us, visit www.nexdigm.com
Job Description
Reviewing and summarizing low to high-complexitycommercial contracts with third parties/service providers such as (includingbut not limited to) - Master Services Agreements, Procurement Agreements,Manufacturer Agreements, Distributor Agreement, Software Licensing Agreement,NDAs
Risk and obligation assessment of contracts and,identification of risk mitigation strategies on behalf of legal andcontracts/procurement governance structure
Working on the contracting process from contractdrafting to execution and post-execution per client requirements.
Understanding the commercial & legalimplications of contract clauses, redline changes, etc.
Proficiency in drawing up and suggestingalternatives to contractual clauses like - Terms, Terminations, Renewals,Payment terms, Pricing, Royalty and Profit share, Purchase obligation, Pricematch clause, Non-compete clauses, Assignment and change of control,Exclusivity, Indemnification, Limitation of Liability, Governing Law,Jurisdiction
Negotiating the clauses in contracts to ensureadherence to legal & regulatory compliances.
Managing contracts with variousconsultants/individuals. This includes reviewing & checking the scope, cost& other deliverables.
Finalization of contracts by discussions withinternal & external stakeholders.
Ensuring accurate & timely delivery of projectdeliverables. Oversight on project SLAs.
Managing a team of contract attorneys and paralegalsto ensure adherence to client requirements
Ideating and implementing process improvementsprograms
Overseeing the team training and onboarding of newhires
Transition of new projects from pilot to BAU phases
Creating and keeping up-to-date projectdocumentation and project health Client management for daily operations andreporting
Proactive and reactive client communications, owningthe processes for communication with internal and external stakeholder.
Working and administrator knowledge of CLMs (any 1platform preferred)
Core Competencies
Service Orientation – Should be aware of both - the internal as well asexternal customers and their needs; and is committed to meeting the customers’evolving, long-term needs – the focus is on SERVICE
Result Orientation – Should be able to direct efforts towards developingand implementing realistic action plans to meet business objectives; with asense of urgency – the focus is on achieving RESULT
Initiative – will look for opportunities to drive processimprovements, one must not only understand and accept the responsibilitiestowards his/her job; but also proactively works towards identifying challengesand their resolution – the focus is on seeking SOLUTIONS
Professionalism – Should have in-depth knowledge of all functions anddisplay not only the required skill-set but also ethics and integrity whileconducting the job – the focus is on PROFESSIONALISM
Cooperation – One must ensure completion of all tasks at hand andsimultaneously extends support to team members and display joint ownershiptowards achieving business objectives – the focus is on TEAMWORK
Communication/Feedback – Should believe in providing feedback to otherassociates and receiving feedback to enhance performance, thereby meetingbusiness objectives – the focus is on OPEN COMMUNICATION
OtherBenefits
MedicalInsurance (self-coverage): Includes GroupMediclaim policy and Group Personal Accident Policy.
Long TermInvestment & EngagementPlan: This is an employee incentive plan introduced to encourage, reward,and incentivize eligible employees towards long-term engagement, to optimizetheir performance and enable them to partake in the growth of the Organizationand further its best interests.
Transportationsupport: Bus facility (where available) is allocated to youbased on your requirement and availability of seats.
Focus onindividual career growth: via careeraspirations discussions, rewards & recognition, long service awards.
CareerEnhancement programs through Continuous Learning,Upskilling, and Training.
Focus onHolistic Well-being: The Wellness Corner: Access toa mobile application that provides expert guidance on physical, emotional, andmental well-being to you and your immediate family members.
SupportMechanisms: Various support mechanisms like buddy program fornew joiners, childcare facilities for new mothers etc. are made available forour Associates.
HealthCheck-up Camp: Access to a mobile application that providesexpert guidance on physical, emotional, and mental well-being to you and yourimmediate family members.
WorkingModel:Work-from-office
Shift Timings: Nexdigm operatesin multiple shifts to help cater to our clients better:
Morningshift - 7:00 am to 4:00 pm
Generalshift - 9:30 am to 6:30 pm
EveningShift - 3:30 pm to 12:30 am
Please Note: Shift timings differbasis the role. The shift timing allocated to you will depend on the scope ofwork and will communicated to you during the offer discussion
Desired Candidate Profile
4.1+ years’ experience inbeing a project member in the legaldomain of which at least 2 years should be in managing or leading contracting projects
Exposure to client handling of day-to-day matters,governance, team supervision, quality reviews, and management of deliverables,SLAs
Experience in setting up and/or managing contracts,review, and abstraction processes, including drawing of contract playbooks,SoPs, process health reporting, audit reports
Clearfundamental understanding and technicalcompetence in contract review and redlining to be able to provide guidance tothe team and engage with vendors and business owners on the client side
Should have a legal background & strong holdover the understanding of legal implications of contract clauses.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Mind-set for client service and performanceimprovement
Exposure to commercial functions would be anadvantage
Stronganalytical skills with a high level of attention to detail
Opennessto new ideas and ability to understand other's points of view and adjust yourapproach accordingly. Good understanding and experience of dealing acrosscultures shall be added advantage.
Hiring Process
Yourinteraction with us will include, but not be limited to,
Technical/ HR Interviews
Technical/ Behavioral Assessments
Finally,our people are our most valuable asset; if you agree with us on this, we wouldlove to meet you!
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