Accenture in India is inviting applications for the position of Contract Manager in Gurugram, Haryana. The role is part of Accenture’s Legal and Commercial Services and involves supporting sales and delivery teams throughout the contract lifecycle.
The position offers an opportunity for professionals working in contract management, legal and commercial services, negotiation, and risk management to work on large projects and client accounts. The role is full-time and on-site in Gurugram.
Contract Manager Role
Contract Management at Accenture focuses on bringing legal and commercial expertise to business operations while managing contractual and commercial risks. Contract management professionals work alongside sales and delivery teams to provide advice and support relating to the negotiation, drafting, and ongoing management of client contracts.
The team works towards achieving commercial and contractual outcomes while balancing the interests of Accenture and its clients. The role involves understanding business objectives, identifying contractual risks, and supporting the effective management of agreements throughout their lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
The selected Contract Manager will lead contract management teams across large projects and accounts. The role involves working closely with account leadership as well as client commercial and business stakeholders to understand their requirements, priorities, strategies, and opportunities.
The Contract Manager will also be responsible for developing contract management professionals working across multiple projects and accounts. This includes taking responsibility for activities related to staff performance and supporting the development of team members.
A major part of the role will involve identifying, escalating, and resolving commercial and contractual risks and issues. The Contract Manager will work with leadership and relevant stakeholders to identify appropriate solutions and achieve effective outcomes for all parties.
Contract Negotiation and Commercial Support
The position also involves participation in pre-award sales activities. The selected professional may assist with deal shaping and work with sales teams and business leadership to negotiate commercial and contractual outcomes.
Contract drafting support is also included within the role. Candidates will therefore have the opportunity to work on different stages of the contract lifecycle, from pre-award discussions and negotiations to ongoing contract management.
The Contract Manager will also play an important client-facing role. Building trusted relationships with client counterparts and understanding their commercial requirements will be an important part of the position.
Legal and Commercial Services at Accenture
Accenture’s Contract Management function forms part of its Legal and Commercial Services. The team brings together legal, contractual, and commercial expertise to support business objectives and manage contractual obligations.
The function works on areas including sales growth, revenue protection, margin improvement, and compliance with contractual obligations and Accenture policies. Contract management professionals work closely with internal leadership, sales teams, delivery teams, and client stakeholders.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply online for the Contract Manager position with Accenture in Gurugram.
Organisation: Accenture in India
Position: Contract Manager
Location: Gurugram, Haryana
Work Mode: On-site
Job Type: Full-time
Area: Legal and Commercial Services
Candidates should review the complete job description and requirements on the official Accenture careers portal before submitting their application.
Apply Here: https://www.accenture.
