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Deloitte Risk Manager/ Senior Negotiator (Government & Public Services State, Local, and Higher Education) in Dallas, Texas
Please note that this role will mostly be remote
Government & Public Services State, Local, and Higher Education (SLHE) Risk Manager/ Senior Negotiator
The Government & Public Services (GPS) Risk Management Team is currently seeking a full-time dedicated Senior Risk Manager/ Contract Negotiator with a primary focus on State, Local and Higher Education (SLHE). Below is a detailed list of responsibilities for this role:
Government & Public Services SLHE Risk Manager:
The GPS SLHE Senior Risk Manager/ Senior Negotiator will be responsible for supporting Deloitte Consulting's GPS practice from a contracting and negotiation perspective, covering the full cycle of an engagement. The role provides the organization with a focal point for business risk and contract management, from analysis to mitigation recommendations to leadership. The candidate should have extensive client delivery experience as well as experience managing the negotiation and administration of large professional services contracts. Additional experience with complex Information Technology implementations and service contracts is desirable.
Guidance and support to senior business leaders within the firm
Serve as liaison between Principals, Directors, and Senior Managers of the firm and the Office of General Counsel
Advise practice leadership on potential quality and risk management issues within his/her offering portfolio
Provide guidance on risk mitigation strategies, contract formation and contract management
Facilitate internal compliance with contract terms, risk management policies and procedures, and management directives
Proposal process and negotiation
Facilitate engagement review process for higher risk engagements and participate in pricing decisions
Consult with firm Principals and Directors on Requests for Proposals, Teaming Agreements, and Non-Disclosures Agreements
Conduct Risk Consultations for all higher risk engagements prior to proposal submission
Interpret contract requirements and obligations and provide guidance to engagement teams
Negotiate professional services contracts with a primary focus on reducing and mitigating delivery and contractual risks associated with the services being provided. Services contracts include Master Services Agreements, Statements of Work, Engagement Letters, Professional Services Agreements, and Subcontractor Agreements
Contract management
Interprets requirements of the contract
Monitor compliance with professional standards and contractual obligations
Analyze and assess potential impacts associated with contract delivery risks
Assist in client negotiations with clients to resolve contractual issues
Provides guidance to reduce project risks, adjust contract requirements to accommodate changing project circumstances, and manage expectations to contractual obligations and agreed upon performance standards
Qualifications:
Required:
5-10 years of relevant work experience
Experience managing the negotiation and administration of large professional services contracts
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred:
Client delivery experience in State, Local, or Higher Education
Experience with complex Information Technology implementations and service contracts
Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and influence teams (direct or indirect resources)
How you'll grow
At Deloitte, our professional development plan focuses on helping people at every level of their career to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there's always room to learn. We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs at Deloitte University, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career. Explore Deloitte University, The Leadership Center .
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.
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