Contract Management Specialist/ Contract Counsel

Who we are:

For over 50 years, we have worked closely with investment and asset managers to become the world’s leading provider of integrated investment management solutions. We are 2,800+ colleagues with a broad range of nationalities, educations, professional experiences, ages, and backgrounds in general.

SimCorp is an independent subsidiary of the Deutsche Börse Group. Following the recent merger with Axioma, we leverage the combined strength of our brands to provide an industry-leading, full, front-to-back offering for our clients, with SimCorp as the overarching company brand and Axioma as a key product brand.

As a global provider of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) investment management solutions, SimCorp supports clients 24/7 through delivery centers around the world. Our Global Delivery Centers are located in Manila in the Philippines, Noida in India, Kyiv in Ukraine, Warsaw in Poland, and in Mexico City, Mexico.

SimCorp is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a culture where diverse perspectives and expertise are integrated in our everyday work. We believe in the continual growth and development of our employees, so that we can provide best-in-class solutions to our clients.

While aiming to deliver client value, we believe it is vital to consider our people and our planet in every business decision we make. Acting responsibly is not optional. It is essential.

Why this role is important to us:

The Contract Management Specialist/ Contract Counsel is a key role in the Group Contract Management team, which is part of the Group Advisory and Support division. The role supports all SimCorp offerings, including on-premise, SaaS, Professional Services and BPaaS. The person is responsible for drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and executing various contracts with clients, as well as providing legal advice and guidance on contract and commercial matters. The role also ensures that the contracts are compliant with the law and the business objectives, and that SimCorp performs its obligations under the Contract Assurance & Performance framework.

The manager works closely with the Group Legal team, Customer Success Management, Service Delivery Management, Project Management Office, and other internal stakeholders to understand the business and technical requirements, and to align the contracts with the best practices and standards of SimCorp. This position collaborates with Client Services to monitor and optimize the commercial performance and quality of the contracts. 

What you will be responsible for:

The Contract Management Specialist/ Contract Counsel is involved in the entire contract lifecycle, from the pre-contractual phase and support to Customer Success Management, to the onboarding project, to the contract change management, to the obligation management and quality assurance, to the exit handling. 

The role also manages and maintains together with the team the contract repository and the contractual database and supports the further implementation of contract management processes and relevant tools within SimCorp, including the upcoming Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) Platform.

Group Contract Management’s ways of working are in an agile manner under a SCRUM and OKR based framework to track and enable efficient and continued process improvement. The Contract Management Specialist/ Contract Counsel will be part of a self-organizing and cross-functional team that delivers value to the clients and the business.

As a Contract Management Specialist/ Contract Counsel, some of the daily or weekly tasks that you can expect are: 

• Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and executing client contracts, and ensuring that they are aligned with the legal, commercial and technical requirements
• Business partnering through legal advice and guidance on contract and commercial matters, and resolving contract-related issues and disputes
• Supporting the Customer Success Management, the Service Delivery Managers, the Project Managers, and other internal stakeholders with contract and legal interpretations
• Monitoring and optimizing the commercial performance and quality of the contracts, and collaborating with the business on pricing and commercial management
• Supporting the obligation management and quality assurance process, and ensuring that SimCorp performs its obligations under the Contract Assurance & Performance framework
• Supporting the exit handling process, and assisting with drafting termination notices and handling contractual obligations related to the exit strategy
• Participating in agile ceremonies, such as weekly status meetings, sprint planning, sprint review, and sprint retrospective
• Learning and developing new skills and competencies related to contract management and legal matters 

Daily Tasks

• Supporting various internal stakeholders with contract and legal interpretations ex. Invoicing terms, KPI’s, infrastructure consumptions, contract change management and other contractual wordings.
• Co-drafting of Contract Change Request with internal stakeholders in a pre-defined process. The Contract Manager owns the legal wording of the Contract Change.
• Simple project management task regarding the further implementation of best practice contract management processes into SimCorp.
• Cross contractual analysis of contract terms to provide insights into the commercials and performance of specific clients.
• Supporting Obligation Management Framework
• Update the Contract repository and the contractual database
• The Contract Manager will be working in a high-performance team, that values teamwork, humor, and good communication.

What we value:

• A law degree or a relevant degree in contract management, contract administration, or business administration, with a focus on commercial law
• 3-6 years of experience in contract management, contract administration, or as a legal counsel, preferably in the SaaS, Outsourcing or IT industry
• Knowledge of contract and commercial law, as well as the legal and regulatory aspects of SaaS and cloud services
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel, and in contract management software and tools
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Experience working in a high-performance team that values teamwork, humor, and good communication. 

Benefits

• Flexible working hours and working model (on-site/hybrid) 
• HMO coverage and group life insurance 
• Monthly allowances and annual bonus 
• New office located in Bonifacio Global City 
• Professional training and courses
• Possibility to develop your career in an international environment
• Integration events and charity projects

In addition to the traditional benefit scheme, we provide a good work & life balance and opportunities for professional development: there is never just only one route - we offer an individual approach to professional development to support the direction you want to take. Visit our career pages to learn more about working at SimCorp: www.simcorp.com/career

Since SimCorp operates in 20+ offices worldwide, the benefits package may vary from country to country.

Next steps

Please click the “Apply” button to learn more about the vacancy and what SimCorp has to offer regarding salary, benefits, and perks. Please note only applications sent through our system will be processed. Applications are continuously assessed, so please send your CV in English as soon as possible.

If you are interested in being part of SimCorp but are not sure this opportunity is a suitable role, submit your CV anyway. SimCorp is on an exciting growth journey, and our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to assist you discover the right role for you. The approximate time to consider your CV is three weeks.

We are eager to continually improve our talent acquisition process and make everyone’s experience positive and valuable. Therefore, during the process we will ask you to provide your feedback, which is highly appreciated.

By Joining our team, you will have the chance to:

• Become part of a thriving company comprising collaborative, curious, courageous, and capable employees
• Explore a multitude of exciting learning and development opportunities, supported by our unique learning guild
• Engage with highly skilled and creative colleagues, each bringing their diverse backgrounds and perspectives
• Join a company that not only values but actively advocates for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, promoting a truly inclusive and empowering environment

**SimCorp proudly announces the official certification of its Manila Delivery Center as a Great Place To Work, a remarkable achievement within just two and a half years of operations. This certification which was acquired in November 2023, underscores SimCorp's commitment to nurturing a workplace that is not only inclusive and collaborative but also committed to the personal and professional growth of its employees.**

**We are also honored to have been voted as a WealthTech100 company for three consecutive years. The new WealthTech100 list aims to highlight tech innovation leaders in the investment management industry.**

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