Supplier & Partner Contracts Transfer Manage (Divestments)r

At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.

Position Summary:

The Supplier & Partner Contracts Transfer Manager is responsible for leading the operational execution of contract transfers during major business transformations, including mergers, divestitures, and reorganizations. This role ensures the accurate and timely migration of supplier & partner agreements while preserving trust, minimizing risk, and maintaining compliance with legal and commercial standards. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience from high-volume, fast-paced transformation environments and demonstrates strong leadership, planning, and stakeholder management capabilities.

Note: This position is approximately 6 months in length with the option to extend further, as required.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables:

• Contract Transfer Execution:
  Lead the day-to-day management of supplier & partner contract transfers, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution across multiple business units.
• Team Collaboration & Coverage:
  Work closely within a cross-functional team to ensure consistent coverage and support across a wide range of customer contract types, variances, and complexities.
• High-Volume Project Management:
  Operate effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, managing multiple concurrent contract migrations with tight deadlines.
• Team Leadership:
  Manage and develop a team of specialists responsible for contract review, customer outreach, and documentation.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
  Partner with Procurement, Legal, Sales, Finance, Operations, and external parties (e.g., acquiring entities) to coordinate contract transfer activities.
• Supplier Engagement:
  Serve as a point of escalation for supplier & partner inquiries related to contract transfers, ensuring a smooth and transparent experience.
• Data & Dashboard Management:
  Maintain and manage dashboards and reporting tools to track progress, identify risks, and present updates to the wider divestiture committee and senior leadership.
• Risk & Compliance Oversight:
  Identify and mitigate legal, financial, and operational risks associated with contract migration.
• Program Planning & Best Practices:
  Contribute to the planning and design of the contract transfer program by applying best practice methodologies and lessons learned from previous transformation initiatives.
• Process Improvement:
  Develop and refine tools, templates, and workflows to improve the efficiency and scalability of the contract transfer process.

Required Skills & Experience:

Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in contract management, customer or partner operations, or project management, with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and drive successful outcomes.
• Experience working in organizations undergoing mergers, divestitures, or large-scale transformations is required.
• Experience in the financial services industry is preferred but not essential.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, or a related field. Project management certification (e.g., PMP, Prince2) is an asset.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in contract lifecycle management tools and project tracking software
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment
• Experience with data visualization and dashboard tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus

Key Attributes

• Strategic & Adaptive: Able to contribute to program planning and adapt to evolving priorities.
• Customer-Focused: Committed to maintaining a positive customer experience during transitions.
• Collaborative: Works well across teams and functions to drive outcomes.
• Resilient: Comfortable navigating ambiguity and change.
• Ethical: Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates integrity.

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we stand for:

Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities. Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.

Well‑being: Access confidential one‑to‑one support through our Employee Assistance Program, connect with our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and take part in monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive—inside and outside of work.

Health & Financial Security: Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.*

Sustainability: Paid time off for volunteering and donation‑matching opportunities to support causes that matter to you.

Inclusion: Get involved in our inclusion communities, such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastra—open to everyone who wants to participate and contribute.

Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.

Recognition: Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working.

*Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique—bringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences. We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves.

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