Senior Manager, Contracts and Risk

Job Description:

If you are a motivated and driven individual looking for an opportunity to be part of a dynamic, team-centric environment with an inclusive culture committed to professional and personal growth, you’ve found the right place. ScottMadden is seeking a Senior Manager, Contracts and Risk to join our team in Raleigh, NC. If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a role that directly impacts client satisfaction and operational excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

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About ScottMadden

ScottMadden is a general management consulting firm with three practice areas — Energy, Corporate & Shared Services, and Enterprise & Specialized Services. We work with forward-thinking clients across industries on a wide variety of business units and functions including energy, human capital management, finance & accounting, supply chain and more.

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About The Role

The Senior Manager, Contracts and Risk is responsible for the firm’s contracts and compliance function, with emphasis on client contract risk mitigation, subcontracting, data security, insurance administration, and various aspects of Federal compliance. This role involves negotiating contracts and ensuring compliance across the firm’s commercial and government clients, directing and managing the contracts/compliance staff, and advising the firm’s management and partners on non-standard commitments for the firm.

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This is a hybrid role out of our Raleigh, NC office.

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What You’ll Do

Your responsibilities will include:

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• Serve as primary client contract reviewer and negotiator, taking account of all substantive variables, including SM-client contracting history and nature/risk of work covered, collaborating with the firm’s partners to execution, and documenting judgments and obligations to guide post-execution compliance.
• Manage firm risk and compliance for GSA and non-GSA federal engagements, including identifying applicable obligations, coordinating with partner firms, and administering compliance obligations and reporting. 
• Lead the contracts/compliance staff to ensure work requirements and process improvements are accomplished, consistent with firm priorities.
• Ensure ScottMadden risk awareness for RFP opportunities and direct production of corporate and contracting inputs to proposals.
• Ensure accurate documentation of contractual obligations and compliance activities.
• Direct the firm’s subcontracting process, policies, and documents. Serve as primary interface with parties to non-standard subcontract arrangements.
• Coordinate with IT Director for making proper data security commitments in client contracts and applying SM policies for subcontractors and vendors.
• Maintain data privacy policies and ensure compliance with GDPR and evolving state regulations, as applicable to the firm’s work.
• Maintain SOC 2 compliance for contracting-related controls through the StrikeGraph platform.
• Manage insurance agent and carrier relationships, administering renewals and maintaining protection relevant to the firm’s changing business needs (general liability, cyber liability, professional liability, etc.). 
• Oversee the administration of the firm’s registered trademarks.
• Ensure compliance with Federal reporting obligations (e.g., Census questionnaires).

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What You’ll Bring

Key Skills and Qualities:

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• Deep understanding of contractual terms, legal and regulatory concepts, GSA contracts, compliance reporting, subcontracting, and data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR). 
• Skilled in contract management software and process improvement methodologies. 
• Excellent negotiation, verbal, and written communication abilities, with a strong customer service orientation and the ability to convey complex information clearly. 
• Highly deadline-oriented with excellent time management skills; ability to manage multiple projects and priorities under tight timelines.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

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Education and Experience:

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• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, or a related discipline. Advanced degree is preferred.
•  Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) or Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) certification is preferred.
• Seven to ten years of contract management experience.

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Why Join Us?

ScottMadden is an inclusive, tight-knit community of professionals where both collaboration and individual performance are rewarded. We believe in empowering our employees to excel. Initiative and creativity are recognized and valued. Our culture is both collegial and entrepreneurial. Team members build relationships that extend beyond the office and are always willing to help one another to ensure the work for our clients is done right.

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ScottMadden is an ideal place to make your mark and take your career to the next level.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities