KPMG US
Specialist Director, Contracts Management, Team Lead
KPMG US, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, us, 33336
Overview
Specialist Director, Contracts Management, Team Lead at KPMG Advisory. This role leads the Managed Services Contract Management team, partners with Sales, Solution Management, Delivery, Risk, OGC, Finance and other functions to draft, negotiate, and execute contracts for MS Solutions, and supports firm compliance and contract governance.
Responsibilities
Provide strategic direction and leadership for the Managed Services Contract Management team across all solutions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry best practices.
Lead a team of contract professionals responsible for drafting, negotiating, and executing contracts for assigned MS Solutions, coordinating activities across KPMG functions (business teams, Finance, Risk management, OGC, and more).
Liaise with key stakeholders across Sales, Solution Management, and Delivery to ensure contracts are produced timely and in compliance with Firm standards; uphold professional and respectful work environment.
Work with the Market Growth Team to ensure proper setup of opportunities and execution steps before contracting phase.
Maintain a database summarizing contract terms across active engagements; support renewals and firm compliance requirements (e.g., Sentinels, CEACs, and related workpapers) as needed on contract amendments and renewals.
Collaborate with Risk Management and OGC to update contract templates and processes, ensuring consistent terms across templates; assist Solution Leads in vetting issues for new solutions and development of client contracting templates.
Qualifications
Minimum eight years of recent experience in a consultative services organization; management experience preferred.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.
Proven track record of leading successful contracting teams with a focus on managed services.
Strong contract negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders, together with stakeholder management, communication, collaboration, and strategic thinking.
Strong program management skills with the ability to drive the contracting process and communicate effectively at all levels.
Ability to multi-task with strong organizational, problem-solving, and process-improvement capabilities; demonstrated leadership.
Ability to travel as necessary.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship now or in the future; no sponsorship is available for employment-based visas.
Benefits and Additional Information KPMG complies with local/state regulations regarding salary ranges and provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and well-being benefits. Benefits vary by location and eligibility. The firm also outlines holidays and personal time off policies as part of its Total Rewards program.
KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit on a rolling basis and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status.
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL. Salary range information and city-specific details are available per company policy. Job postings may be updated periodically.
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Responsibilities
Provide strategic direction and leadership for the Managed Services Contract Management team across all solutions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry best practices.
Lead a team of contract professionals responsible for drafting, negotiating, and executing contracts for assigned MS Solutions, coordinating activities across KPMG functions (business teams, Finance, Risk management, OGC, and more).
Liaise with key stakeholders across Sales, Solution Management, and Delivery to ensure contracts are produced timely and in compliance with Firm standards; uphold professional and respectful work environment.
Work with the Market Growth Team to ensure proper setup of opportunities and execution steps before contracting phase.
Maintain a database summarizing contract terms across active engagements; support renewals and firm compliance requirements (e.g., Sentinels, CEACs, and related workpapers) as needed on contract amendments and renewals.
Collaborate with Risk Management and OGC to update contract templates and processes, ensuring consistent terms across templates; assist Solution Leads in vetting issues for new solutions and development of client contracting templates.
Qualifications
Minimum eight years of recent experience in a consultative services organization; management experience preferred.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.
Proven track record of leading successful contracting teams with a focus on managed services.
Strong contract negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders, together with stakeholder management, communication, collaboration, and strategic thinking.
Strong program management skills with the ability to drive the contracting process and communicate effectively at all levels.
Ability to multi-task with strong organizational, problem-solving, and process-improvement capabilities; demonstrated leadership.
Ability to travel as necessary.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship now or in the future; no sponsorship is available for employment-based visas.
Benefits and Additional Information KPMG complies with local/state regulations regarding salary ranges and provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and well-being benefits. Benefits vary by location and eligibility. The firm also outlines holidays and personal time off policies as part of its Total Rewards program.
KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit on a rolling basis and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status.
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL. Salary range information and city-specific details are available per company policy. Job postings may be updated periodically.
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