Legal Contract Analyst - Risk Department

Purpose

Supporting the review, negotiation, approval and ongoing management of client and supplier terms of business and related contractual arrangements, ensuring that agreed terms are accurately recorded in Intapp Terms and that the resulting obligations are understood, monitored and complied with across the Firm.

Experience and Qualifications

• LLB or equivalent law degree from a recognized University,
• At least 2 years’ post-qualification experience in commercial contracting, preferably within a law firm, professional services firm, or an in-house legal or risk function.
• Demonstrable experience reviewing, marking up and negotiating client terms of business, supplier agreements, outside counsel guidelines, engagement letters, non-disclosure agreements and related contractual documentation.
• Working knowledge of contract lifecycle management systems, with experience of Intapp Terms, or a comparable terms management application, a distinct advantage.
• Sound understanding of data protection, confidentiality, information security and professional conduct obligations as they arise in client contracts.
• Excellent data analysis skills coupled with the ability to organise and analyse complex data sets, and strong drafting and document comparison skills.

Key Accountabilities

• Supporting the review, interpretation and management of client and supplier contractual terms and related documentation.
• Assisting with the review and comparison of contractual documents and identifying key changes, obligations and issues for relevant stakeholders.
• Supporting the negotiation and approval of contractual terms in accordance with the Firm's established processes.
• Uploading, organising and categorising contractual documentation within Intapp Terms and maintaining accurate contract information.
• Supporting the development and maintenance of a comprehensive contract terms library.
• Working with colleagues across the Firm to obtain relevant contractual information and progress required approvals.
• Monitoring key contractual dates, renewals and other relevant requirements and ensuring these are appropriately recorded and communicated.
• Responding to queries from internal stakeholders regarding contractual terms and the practical implications of agreed provisions.
• Supporting the preparation of materials for contractual matters requiring escalation or further consideration.
• Assisting with reporting and compliance activities relating to contractual arrangements.
• Supporting projects and initiatives relating to contract management, process improvement and the effective use of technology.
• Contributing to guidance and internal resources relating to contractual terms.
• Providing general support to the wider Risk team as required. 

Competencies

Behavioural Competencies / Performance Drivers

• Analytical Thinking
• Critical Judgment
• Interactive Communication
• Relationship Building
• Work Ethics and Values
• Initiative

Technical Competencies / Professional Expertise

• Business Perspective
• Legislation, Policies, Procedures and Standards
• Contract Drafting, Review and Negotiation
• Contract Lifecycle Management (Intapp Terms)

Leadership Competency Requirements

Results Management

• Recommends clear and realistic project goals, activities, timelines, deliverables/products, and accountabilities.
• Monitors progress, quality of work, and use of resources; provides status updates and adjusts as needed.
• Takes calculated risks within the boundaries set by the organization to achieve goals.

Developing Others

• Freely shares knowledge with other employees.
• Provides advice to others on how to do the work.

Bowmans is committed to achieving the objectives set in its transformation charter, and the targets in its employment equity plan.  All recruitment decisions will be taken with due consideration being given to these objectives