Posted 17 days ago
Description
Imagine being part of a team that helps transform leading organisations and communities around the world! At Accenture, we put innovation at the heart of everything we do and, coupled with our core values of client value creation, one global network, respect for the individual, best people, integrity and stewardship, we offer careers that provide unparalleled opportunities for career growth and job satisfaction.
Contract Management is part of our Legal & Commercial Services. Our professionals bring innovative ideas to commercial reality with a focus on maximizing value for all parties through a deep understanding of legal, business and commercial risks. We work alongside Accenture sales and delivery teams throughout the entire contract lifecycle to provide high‑quality advice and support for negotiation, drafting and ongoing management of client contracts.
Key responsibilities
- Lead/support contract management teams across projects and accounts; work with account leadership, client commercial and business stakeholders to understand and support client needs and priorities; account strategy, objectives and opportunities.
- Work with contract management staff across multiple projects and accounts providing input into performance management activities.
- Support the identification, escalation and resolution of commercial and contract risks and issues working with CM and project leadership to ensure the best outcome for all parties.
- Engage in pre‑award sales activities, discuss potential deal shaping and contractual outcomes with sales teams and business leadership, including contract drafting support.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree required.
Membership
- Member of World Commerce and Contracting (previously International Association for Contract and Commercial Management (IACCM)) or National Contract Management Association (NCMA) and/or professional certification considered a plus.
Knowledge and skills requirements
- Minimum 5 years relevant experience in contract management.
- Able to collaborate and communicate effectively with client executives at all levels of the organization.
- Basic understanding of commercial contracting regulations and principles, subcontracting practices, and commercial contracting terms and conditions.
Behaviours and attributes
- Open to work with and understand cross‑cultures and locations throughout the Accenture global organization.
- Understand the value of diversity and recognise the strengths that different styles, innovative perspectives and experiences bring to Accenture.
- Demonstrate inclusion and respect for all individuals regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, age, disability, culture, social status and/or sexuality.
- Leader as well as team player, collaborative and persuasive; able to work well with executives and non‑executives.
Work requirements
- Some travel may be required.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Legal and Consulting
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Salary
A$85,000.00 – A$90,000.00
Equal Opportunity Statement
We’re an equal‑opportunity employer. We have an unwavering commitment to equality for all. Together, we are acting, we are leading, and we will drive change across the globe.
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