Contracts Analyst

The purpose of the Contract Analyst role is to own and lead the work on the contract renewals within the Vendor Management team for the technology department. The Contracts Analyst will work closely with relevant stakeholders to achieve on-time renewals and the most favourable terms and conditions for all parties. This role works with several vendors to complete contract renewal, sits within the Vendor Management team and works very closely with them.

Please note this role operates in a hybrid model.

Required skills:

3rd level degree in a relevant relation discipline

Extensive experience in the MS 365 suite

Experience with vendor contracts and service agreements

Ability to learn and apply new concepts quickly

Resolves problems autonomously and/or through a support team

Able to keep sensitive data confidential

Team player

Highly organised

Continuous improvement mindset

Collaborative style

Has an interest for learning and self-development

Proven ability to work successfully under strain and commitment to producing high quality output to tight deadlines

Exemplary communication and documentation skills with the ability to present facts, plans, training clearly and objectively

Solid interpersonal skills with the ability to manage effective working relationships at all levels both internally and externally

Self-motivated with a high level of forward-thinking, hands-on approach (roll up sleeves), commitment and flexibility

Fluent in English, both written and spoken

Key responsibilities & duties include:

Act as the single point of contact on the contract renewals to ensure timely completion of same

Collaborate with all key stakeholders (internal & external) and align on steps for contract renewal and take actions accordingly

Understand the current contract Terms & Conditions and ensure relevant updates as needed

Negotiate cost savings and efficiencies with contracts (as applicable)

Own the contract repository database and evolve ways of working/processes in conjunction with the wider Vendor Management team

Look for process improvement opportunities and work to implement them

Act as a back up for Vendor Management team members for time off

Desirable skills & competencies:

Project/Programme Management qualification – e.g. PMP, Prince