Contracts Manager

Injazat, a G42 company , empowers organizations to optimize their business
goals utilizing cloud and emerging technology solutions (Digital
Transformation, Cloud, and Cyber Security.), by co-creating transformational
digital platforms and services through public-private partnerships (PPP).
Partners include Oracle, Microsoft, ServiceNow, etc.

Injazat is a National Technology Champion , offering end-to-end digital
solutions through partnerships with our clients to build digital businesses
focused on great experience and outcomes. From Abu Dhabi, Injazat orchestrates
a wide ecosystem that brings technical design, human design, and business
design together to create digital solutions and businesses that advance
communities and delight those living in them. Injazat is an industry-
recognized market leader in the region for Digital Transformation, Cloud,
and Cyber Security.
JOB LOCATION: Saudi Arabia
Job Objective: To perform a variety of contract, advisory and
transactional activities to support Injazat and its group companies and ensure
alignment to the Injazat's policies, procedures, governance, and risk
frameworks and those of its group companies.
Day to Day Operations
* Drafts reviews, varies and (in support of the relevant business lead and under the supervision of Head of Contracts, Legal Counsel and/ or General Counsel) negotiates the terms and conditions of contracts.
* Reviews and supports Portfolio and relevant business lead on the negotiation od Statements of Work (SOW), under the supervision of the Head of Contracts, Legal Counsel and / or General Counsel
* Strong knowledge and adherence to Injazat's Delegation of Authority, Contracts Policy & Procedure, relevant internal governance and risk management frameworks, Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies and other relevant policies and procedures and contract management systems.
* Identifies and addresses risk and issues, including advising the business on risks and issues and potential situations, for each transaction or matter, under the supervision of the Head of Contracts, Legal Counsel and/or General Counsel.
* Ensures the Head of Contracts is kept fully debriefed and up to date on all risks and issues for each transaction or matter.
* Drafts risk reports for contract approval purposes.
* Ensures contracts approval and execution are carried out in accordance with Injazat's Delegation of Authority and Contracts Policy & Procedure and contract management systems. Ensures proper records are kept of each transaction and adheres to any filing or naming conventions applicable to the team.
* Advises the business on Injazat's Delegation of Authority and Contract Policy & Procedure.
* Supports the General Counsel, Head of Contracts and Legal Counsel in development' maintenance and updating of the Delegation of Authority, template contracts, SOW's Contract Policy & Procedure, Code of Conduct, Compliance Policies and other relevant policies and procedures.
* Supports the General Counsel and Legal Counsel in advising the business on adherence to the Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies & Procedures.
* Has a strong knowledge of. and adhere to, the Code of Conduct and Compliance Policies & Procedures.
* Develops and provides training on behalf of the Legal, Contracts & Compliance Division to relevant Injazat personnel.
* Reviews and makes recommendations for improvement to existing Injazat contract templates and processes.
Advisory
* Keeps up to date with changes in applicable laws and regulations and communicates the same to Legal. Contracts & Compliance Division.
* Makes recommendations on response and resolutions to risks and issues and changes to applicable laws and regulations in General Counsel
* Inputs and supports General Counsel and Head of Contracts to ensure the ongoing improvement and optimization of the Legal, Contracts & Compliance Division, the Contracts Policy & Procedures and related matters.
* As required, supports the General Counsel and other team members in relation to insurance matters.
* Assists General Counsel with Transactional, legal advisory or corporate matters as required.
Financial/ Sales
* Quality, accuracy, and compliance of contract content and drafting, including attention to detail and proofreading of content.
* Efficiency and timeless of contract review, negotiation, and contract/ legal/ compliance advisory support.
* Constant and consistent communication and internal skills.
* Compliance with responsibilities and processes outlined in the Delegation of Authority, Contract Policy & Procedure and other relevant governance and risks frameworks and policies and procedures.
* Key contract, compliance and legal risks identified and addressed and / or appropriate approvals obtained.
Budgets and Plans
* Recommend the budget and monitor financial performance versus the budget so that the business is aware of forecasted costs and revenues; areas of underperformance are identified and opportunities to improve performance are capitalized upon.
Leadership
* Manage department's staff and teams by planning their utilization, communication, overseeing their performance, recruitment, training, and development to ensure high levels of engagement and competence.
Continuous Improvement
* Motivate one's own team and identify opportunities to take part in change initiatives, programs and projects that reflect international best practice and changes in the competitive environment.
Policies, Processes & Procedures
* Recommend improvements to departmental policy and directs the implementation of procedures and controls so that all relevant procedural/legislative requirements are fulfilled while delivering a quality, cost-effective service to customers.
MIS & Reports
* Prepare MIS statements and reports pertaining to department to meet INJAZAT's and the departmental requirements, policies, and standards.
Related Assignments
* Perform other related duties or assignments as directed.
Internal
* All Injazat employees and management
External
* Vendors and suppliers
* Cloud providers
* Other parties as needed
Minimum Qualifications:
* Bachelor's Degree in Law, Business Administration, or related field.
* Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., IACCM, NCMA, etc.) desirable
Minimum Experience:
* ‎5 - ‎10 years' experience in dealing with contracts and related advisory services.
Job-Specific Skills:
* Good knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
* An understanding of contract and commercial law.
* Knowledge of IT industry and practices.
* An appreciation of IT outsourcing, managed and data centre related services, cloud services, including reasonable technical, service levels and financial understanding.
* Strong values of integrity commitment, and self- improvement
* Strong values of integrity, commitment, and self- improvement.
* Exceptional planning and organizational skills.
* Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.