Law Contracts Analyst

Analyzes contracts, including non-standardized, “one off” contracts, for form and content; evaluates contractual content of proposals; provides interpretation of contract language; drafts internal contracts or responses to external contracts; evaluates need for additional legal review. Participates in negotiation meetings, or negotiates directly, to establish mutually acceptable contract terms with counterparties; carries out detailed research, makes appropriate contacts with outside companies and provides a comprehensive plan of action to accomplish contractual objectives; Develops cooperative partnerships with counterparts at key counterparties. Coordinates and engages in cross-organizational communications with other operating departments to draft appropriate responses to external contracts. Drives changes to the contract process that improves organization and process control; develops contract strategies and philosophies for the full variety of company contractual requirements; engages and works with Global Procurement and other applicable organizations to design and implement improvements to the contract process. Reduces contract risk through review of the general terms and conditions; tracks trends with respect to areas of contractual disagreement with counterparties and analyzes and suggests potential solutions to same. Performs initial reviews; coordinates contracting activities in this regard with Global Procurement and Law.

Job/Requisition ID: 54905