Contract Management - Associate Consultant

Role Overview: As a Contract Management professional, your primary responsibility will be to ensure that all intake requests are complete and accurate. This will involve coordinating with Engagement teams and Member Firms to gather necessary information for the preparation of contracts. You will be tasked with preparing contracts in accordance with Risk Management approved templates and reviewing them to ensure data accuracy. Collaboration with the QRM team to seek approvals and adherence to Turn Around Time for Contracts will be essential. Escalating any issues that may arise and submitting contracts with the required quality standards within agreed SLAs are also part of your responsibilities. Key Responsibilities: - Coordinate with the QRM team and stakeholders to gather necessary information for contract preparation - Prepare contracts using approved templates and review for data accuracy - Seek approvals and ensure adherence to Turn Around Time for Contracts - Escalate any issues that may arise and submit contracts within agreed SLAs - Maintain contractual records using an internal tracker and tool, ensuring accurate updates - Coordinate with Resource Management on allocations as per contract terms - Monitor and respond to internal and external communications related to contract management - Uphold data confidentiality and ensure compliance with company policies and Risk Management guidelines - Stay updated on risk management guidelines impacting contracts - Establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders and act as a central point of contact for contractual matters - Monitor and complete contract close-outs, extensions, or renewals as needed - Work independently, manage multiple contract requests simultaneously, and provide support on ad-hoc requests Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree in a relevant field - Proven experience in contract management or a related field - Strong understanding of risk management principles and guidelines - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks effectively - Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and using contract management tools - Strong attention to detail and ability to ensure data accuracy - Knowledge of compliance with company policies and procedures - Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders - Proactive approach to problem-solving and ability to escalate issues when necessary,