Job Description

Associate Consultant - Contract Management

Contract Management:

• Ensure that Intake requests are complete and accurate. Coordinate with Engagement teams and Member Firms to obtain necessary information for preparation of the contract.
• Preparation of Contracts as per specified Risk Management approved templates.
• Review the contracts to ensure accuracy of data.
• Coordinate with QRM team and seek their approvals. Chase them, if necessary to ensure that Turn Around Time for Contracts is adhered to. Escalate, if necessary.
• Ensure submission of contracts with necessary quality standards as per agreed SLA’s and obtain Signatures.
• Maintaining contractual records using an internal tracker and tool. Ensure that the tool is accurately updated and kept current at all times.
• Coordinate with Resource Management on allocations as per Contract
• Monitor internal and external communications related to contract management and respond in a timely manner.
• Maintaining the data confidentiality and ensure compliance to company policies and Risk Management guidelines.
• Stay updated on risk management guidelines for contracts that may impact existing or future contracts.
• Establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders by acting as a one-stop shop for contractual matters to foster effective contract management.
• Monitor and complete contract close-out, extension or renewal, as appropriate.
• Work independently and handle multiple contracts request simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Supporting on Ad-hoc requests

Others:

• Complying with the applicable KPMG Risk Management policies

Essential skills required:

• Prior experience in Contract Management or a related role – 2 to 4 years of experience
• Proficiency in MS Excel (Advanced), MS Word, MS PowerPoint, Ms Outlook)
• Ability to multi-task and work independently
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Education / professional qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce, Business Administration or a similar discipline
• Legal internships or experience working in law firm or legal departments of big corporations is preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Ethics and integrity: Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information with professionalism and integrity.
• Quick learner with the ability to grasp new concepts and technologies.
• Good team player with strong coordination skills
• Self-driven and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Organizational skills: Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple customer accounts simultaneously.