Wipro’s dynamic approach to people, process, and technology has led them to be an industry leader for decades. Additionally, since 2006, Wipro has helped companies power their business with the cloud. We provide professional services that help enterprises move faster, rethink processes and change the way their employees work.
Purpose of Role
Wipro is looking for a Director of Contract Assurance to work in the UK on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will work closely with the account executive team and will be responsible for ensuring awareness and compliance with the contract and contract management processes
The Contract Assurance Manager (CAM) in Wipro is a strong client-facing role and will closely collaborate with key stakeholder of our Customers, our Suppliers, as well as within Wipro. The CAM will provide for a 360-degree contract design and management, will be responsible for implementing an obligations management plan and for the overall contract’s governance.
The successful candidate will be a key player in the account governance, participating at top level executive meetings as a trustful advisor to the business teams and leading compliance with contractual obligations protecting Wipro’s interests and supporting business strategy decisions. He or she will be responsible for driving change requests, negotiating commercial disputes, avoidance of penalties, and prevention of profit leakage through scope creep
Other duties include:
Being a proactive member of the Wipro account team, advising and collaborating with the client executive partners, delivery leaders and other team members in the contract design, preparation, and management of the daily contractual relationship with the customer and partners of consortia in a way that protects the Wipro’s interests.
Becoming the first point of contact of the delivery team for all contractual matters, overseeing the direct follow up of the contract / legal aspects associated with relevant customer contracts in close coordination with the corresponding country legal counsel.
Ensuring that all contract changes (e.g. addendum) are recorded in accurate time and format, and that the performance of the contractual obligations is properly planned, tracked, documented and monitored, create healthy tension, raise uncomfortable questions with Delivery as appropriate.
Helping the Account Delivery Head initiate, discuss and agree on Change Requests with the Customer.
What we’re looking for
Considerable relevant experience in IT contract management. Experience in managing multiple, large portfolios of customers and business accounts in a global environment. Open to travel as needed.
Good understanding of IT Service Delivery including various delivery models structured around geo, industry, and competency units.
Strong discipline around processes and governance.
Proven negotiation and program management capabilities.
Fluent in common Languages like English, French, German and able to communicate with customer in the local language. Local language capabilities are a must.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, reporting and document skills, and high attention to detail/quality/effectiveness.
Inclusion
At Wipro we don’t just look at your CV. We’re more focused on who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we’re happy to discuss flexible working.
And we’ll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our talent acquisition team who will be happy to support you.
Your Benefits:
As a Director with Wipro you will receive a competitive salary, a generous benefits package and training & development in areas to help you improve.
Equal Opportunities:
Wipro is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and makes all employment and employment -related decisions without regard to a person's race, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Why wait?
Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can’t wait to hear from you.
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