Contract Associate Manager
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Contract Associate Managers support the management of client contracts or portfolios in a way that maximizes value for Accenture and clients. They manage contracts in accordance with company policies, applicable laws, and client business requirements.
They may lead contract management activities in small to medium accounts and supervise junior contract management professionals, acting as role models and trusted business partners.
Key Responsibilities
Engagement & Contract Support
Lead or participate in contract management teams on specific projects or accounts, reporting into a senior contract management leader.
Provide day‑to‑day contract management support to client engagement teams and client counterparts.
Demonstrate the value of the contract management function to business and account leadership.
Contracting, Drafting & Negotiation
Draft and manage Statements of Work, change requests, subcontracts, NDAs, and other contractual documents.
Support negotiations to achieve optimal commercial outcomes.
Assist with pre‑award sales activities, including RFP responses and contract schedules.
Risk & Issue Management
Identify contractual and commercial risks and issues and propose appropriate mitigation strategies.
Escalate matters in line with defined guidelines and support issue resolution.
Prepare contract management reports in line with account and delivery requirements.
People & Capability Development
Supervise, mentor, and coach junior contract management staff on assigned engagements.
Contribute to performance reviews, development planning, and training activities.
Participate in developing and delivering contract management training materials.
Commercial Management
Implement contract management processes on accounts.
Working with finance and delivery leads to apply contractual levers impacting revenue, cost, and margin.
Ensure awareness and communication of relevant contract policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree required
Experience
Minimum 5 years of relevant contract management experience
Exposure to complex or high‑risk deals is preferred
Experience leading or coordinating small teams is an advantage
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
Solid understanding of general commercial contracting principles and subcontracting practices
Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Strong organizational, time‑management, and prioritization skills
Analytical mindset with attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
Professional Dutch and English proficiency
Behavior and Attributes
Team‑oriented, collaborative, and persuasive
Comfortable operating in cross‑cultural environments
Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and inclusiveness
Build trust through consistent delivery and sound judgment
Work Requirements
Some travel may be required
Amsterdam
Oportunidades Iguais de Emprego
Todas as decisões de recrutamento e contratação devem ser tomadas sem levar em consideração idade, raça, credo, cor, religião, sexo, nacionalidade, ascendência, status de invalidez, condição de veterano, orientação sexual, identidade ou expressão de gênero, informação genética, estado civil, status de cidadania ou qualquer outra base protegida por leis federais, estaduais ou locais.
Os candidatos às vagas não serão obrigados a divulgar registros de condenações ou detenções, selados ou eliminados, como parte do processo de contratação. A Accenture está empenhada em fornecer oportunidades voltadas para os veteranos, nossos homens e mulheres de serviço.
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