Contract Analyst, Procurement Strategy and Operations

Location: Belfast Workplace: Hybrid The Opportunity: The Contract Analyst, Procurement Strategy and Operations will support the contract management process, including maintenance of the contract repository, contract templates, and standard terms for the Procurement Strategy and Operations (PSO) Team, validating compliance of contract terms against established standards, and managing contract renewals and Non-Disclosure Agreements. Working at Baker McKenzie: Baker McKenzie is the world's leading law firm with offices all over the world. Our Belfast Centre is home to over 400 teammates in both legal and professional services such as finance, IT, marketing, and business support. We offer one of the best workplace benefits packages in the business with comprehensive private health cover, income protection, life assurance and a full employee assistance plan. These and a host of other benefits make us one of the most desirable companies to work for in Belfast. We are committed to promoting inclusion, diversity, and equity for all and are confident we can provide a career as individual and as exceptional as you. About the rol: As part of this role, the successful candidate will: Responsibilities: Support the PSO in ensuring relevant contracts comply with established standard terms and conditions. Maintain current contract repository including validating content and ensuring key data points are tracked. Administration and issuance of contract template documents, including Non-Disclosure Agreements to vendors. Assist with the review and negotiation of new contracts or contract renewals as required. Assist with the development of a Vendor Due Diligence Programme Assist with the on-going implementation of a Contract Management System Prepare and send contract notices to vendors as required. Prepare and send Non-Disclosure Agreements to vendors as required. Support the contract execution process between the Firm and our vendors. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Experience Required Essential Criteria: To be successful in this role you will need: Skills and Experience: Relevant undergraduate degree or equivalent experience Experience in a contract administration support role preferred. Experience with contract implementation preferred. Experience working within a non-manufacturing environment preferred. Commercial contract structure knowledge Excellent MS Office skills, specifically Microsoft Word and Excel Strong oral and written communication skills, maintaining a professional presence. Able to coordinate various tasks simultaneously. Strong interpersonal skills necessary Show initiative; demonstrate the ability to be innovative in problem-solving. Able to organize workload and meet all schedules and deadlines. Can deal tactfully in interfacing with all personnel levels. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Continue to Application or Login/Register to apply button below.