Contract Manager

For over 50 years, we have worked closely with investment and asset managers to become the world's leading provider of integrated investment management solutions. We are 2,800+ colleagues with a broad range of nationalities, educations, professional experiences, ages, and backgrounds in general.
SimCorp is an independent subsidiary of the Deutsche Börse Group. Following the recent merger with Axioma, we leverage the combined strength of our brands to provide an industry-leading, full, front-to-back offering for our clients, with SimCorp as the overarching company brand and Axioma as a key product brand.
As a global provider of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) investment management solutions, SimCorp supports clients 24/7 through delivery centers around the world. Our Global Delivery Centers are located in Manila in the Philippines, Noida in India, Kyiv in Ukraine, Warsaw in Poland, and in Mexico City, Mexico.
SimCorp is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a culture where diverse perspectives and expertise are integrated in our everyday work. We believe in the continual growth and development of our employees, so that we can provide best-in-class solutions to our clients.
While aiming to deliver client value, we believe it is vital to consider our people and our planet in every business decision we make. Acting responsibly is not optional. It is essential.
Why this role is important to us:The Contract Manager (CM) supports all types of contracts and amendments and is writing, analyzing, evaluating, negotiating, and executing various contracts covering a wide range of transactions through a high-quality advisory of the SimCorp SaaS Delivery offerings.
This is possible through a familiarity of contract and commercial law, combined with the ability to understand the business and technical side of our contract landscape. A CM is reliable on their relationship- and communication skills to reach the right stakeholders all around SimCorp.
The CM is informed and consulted, if necessary, in relation to issues and escalations with suppliers and customers through the Market Unit and our Vendor Management unit. It is crucial for the CM to be able to communicate and present information (analyze and conclude) to stakeholders regarding contracts and relating topics in a matter where everyone can understand.
CM's are involved and consulted in relation to close-out, extension, renewal of contracts or obligations that either SimCorp or the client shall comply with. CM's main area of capability is solving contract-related issues, ensuring contract obligations are met, securing commercials are complying with the budgeted forecast and obtaining a robust client operation – by focusing on enabling the client to get the most out of their investment in the SaaS offering.
What you will be responsible for:Pre-contractual phase and support to sales: For a CM, it is a necessity to have pre-contractual knowledge. Therefore, the CM is participating in the pre-contractual phase where many indirect agreements and expectations are voiced. The CM is responsible for ensuring an alignment between the agreed obligations and SimCorps relevant delivery units.Supporting the onboarding project: The CM drafts a contract presentation that provides an overview of the contract's most important topics to the relevant stakeholders. An essential element of the contract presentation is presenting the relevant internal stakeholders with an overview of the deviations from standard deliveries, to ensure that SimCorp meets their agreed commitments towards the client. For the CM's to be able to provide this, it is necessary that the CM's are a part of the pre-contractual phase. The slides will be used by the project manager and will be reviewed and presented at a handover meeting from the CCM team to the onboarding team. The CM will also present this to the client if the project finds it necessary.Contract Change Management:The CM are responsible for the contract change management process within their reginal area. Within this process Contract Management support the Market Unit, Service Delivery Managers and Project Managers when clients request a new service or module, more users, or more infrastructure. Anything that is not covered by the contract and that needs to be invoiced in relation to SaaS Delivery.Obligation Management & Quality Assurance: This process is vital to align and monitor contractual deliverables and ensure quality assurance within the SaaS Delivery organization. The CM will, in connection with the student(s) assigned, interview and monitor the contractual obligations towards the contract, and secure that the relevant stakeholders are aware whether we are delivering satisfyingly towards the agreed upon terms.Legal advisors: We provide legal guidance or advice around all SaaS clients. This is to prevent or solve legal issues that need to be analyzed, interpreted, or concluded. We have the pre-contractual knowledge that is necessary concerning interpreting a contract. The goal is that no matter who asks, the answer is given in a way that everyone can understand - regardless of professional background. Cost alignment: The CM will work together with SaaS Delivery Commercial Management to understand the clients budget, revenue and provide contractual knowledge on pricing. The CM will, together with the operational stakeholders, discuss the client's capacity and storage, and will, if necessary, trigger a change request to transfer the cost to the client.Support practice and contract training: Knows the contract and business processes and ensures best support practices on Contract Management within the SaaS Delivery. CM's are always striving towards delivering high and consistent advice to be back-2-back with both vendor and client contracts. CM's holds regular status meetings with the vendor manager and serves as an advisor towards the Managers and employees in Global Operations.Daily Tasks Supporting various internal stakeholders with contract and legal interpretations ex. Invoicing terms, KPI's, infrastructure consumptions, contract change management and other contractual wordings.Co-drafting of Contract Change Request with internal stakeholders in a pre-defined process. The Contract Manager owns the legal wording of the Contract Change.Simple project management task regarding the further implementation of best practice contract management processes into SimCorp.Cross contractual analysis of contract terms to provide insights into the commercials and performance of specific clients.Supporting Obligation Management FrameworkUpdate the Contract repository and the contractual databaseThe Contract Manager will be working in a high-performance team, that values teamwork, humor, and good communication.What we value:A Master, LLM or Bachelor's in Law and preferable economics as wellWorked with Commercial or Contract Law, Contract Management or IT/Outsourcing/SaaS/PaaS contracts in 3-5 yearsIdeally have commercial or economic understanding within contractsThe CM are involved from pre-contractual phase and support to sales, contract signing, contract execution phase, exit phase, post contractual phase.Flexible working hours and working model (on-site/hybrid)  HMO coverage and group life insurance Monthly allowances and annual bonus New office located in Bonifacio Global City Professional training and coursesPossibility to develop your career in an international environment Integration events and charity projects In addition to the traditional benefit scheme, we provide a good work & life balance and opportunities for professional development: there is never just only one route - we offer an individual approach to professional development to support the direction you want to take. Visit our career pages to learn more about working at SimCorp: www.simcorp.com/career
Since SimCorp operates in 20+ offices worldwide, the benefits package may vary from country to country.
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If you are interested in being part of SimCorp but are not sure this opportunity is a suitable role, submit your CV anyway. SimCorp is on an exciting growth journey, and our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to assist you discover the right role for you. The approximate time to consider your CV is three weeks.
We are eager to continually improve our talent acquisition process and make everyone's experience positive and valuable. Therefore, during the process we will ask you to provide your feedback, which is highly appreciated.
By Joining our team, you will have the chance to:
Become part of a thriving company comprising collaborative, curious, courageous, and capable employeesExplore a multitude of exciting learning and development opportunities, supported by our unique learning guildEngage with highly skilled and creative colleagues, each bringing their diverse backgrounds and perspectivesJoin a company that not only values but actively advocates for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, promoting a truly inclusive and empowering environment**SimCorp proudly announces the official certification of its Manila Delivery Center as a Great Place To Work, a remarkable achievement within just two and a half years of operations. This certification which was acquired in November 2023, underscores SimCorp's commitment to nurturing a workplace that is not only inclusive and collaborative but also committed to the personal and professional growth of its employees.**
**We are also honored to have been voted as a WealthTech100 company for three consecutive years. The new WealthTech100 list aims to highlight tech innovation leaders in the investment management industry.**
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About UsSimCorp is a provider of industry-leading integrated investment management solutions for the global buy side. Founded in 1971, with more than 3,000 employees across five continents, SimCorp is a truly global technology leader that empowers more than half of the world's top 100 financial companies through its integrated platform, services, and partner ecosystem. SimCorp is a subsidiary of Deutsche Börse Group. As of 2024, SimCorp includes Axioma, the leading provider of risk and management and portfolio optimization solutions for the global buy side. 
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