Contract Analyst

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At Crowe, you have the opportunity to deliver innovative solutions to today’s complex business issues. Crowe’s accounting, consulting, and technology personnel are widely recognized for their in-depth expertise and understanding of sophisticated process frameworks and enabling technologies, along with their commitment to delivering measurable results that help clients build business value. Our focus on emerging technology solutions along with our commitment to internal career growth and exceptional client value has resulted in a firm that is routinely recognized as a “Best Place to Work.” We are 75 years strong and still growing. Come grow with us! 

Job Description:

Location preferences – Oak Brook, IL; Chicago, IL; Grand Rapids, MI; Indianapolis, IN; South Bend, IN.

Crowe is seeking a talented Contract Specialist to join our Consulting Business Unit as part of our Enterprise Risk Management team. You will perform a range of duties including managing our contracting processes, advising Consulting practice leaders on efficient operation of the firm’s Contract Management System (ICertis), assisting in preparation of contracts, and managing contract templates.

The successful candidate should enjoy drafting and editing contracts and should demonstrate excellent attention to detail. Communication skills are critical, as this position will interact with Consulting practice leaders and the firm’s Legal department on a daily basis.

This position requires minimal travel

Responsibilities will include:

• Interact with Legal and Consulting leaders within the firm to ensure timely and accurate contract preparation and problem resolution
• Manage contracting processes within the ICertis Contract Management System
• Serve as the primary contact for Contract Management System questions for the Consulting BU
• Identify incorrect, inconsistent and incomplete data entries in the Contract Management System on a continuous basis and make timely modifications to improve the quality of data
• Identify opportunities and provide insights to drive greater efficiencies in the Contract Management process
• Track agreement expiration, identify contracts that need to be amended, and follow up to ensure amendments are executed timely
• Assist in drafting contract templates for specific Consulting service lines that help the practice proactively manage risk
• Manage and update contract templates as needed in coordination with Legal
• Expedite the review and execution of contracts

Qualifications:

Educational and Professional Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in business or relevant field
• Background in contracting, legal terminology and contract review
• Paralegal Certification is preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role
• Experience in the professional services industry is desired
• Experience with ICertis or another Contract Management System is desired

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

• Superior attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Outstanding negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to resolve complaints and concerns
• Strong ability to organize assigned workload and multitask to deliver service at required service levels meeting customer service expectations.
• Ability to make decisions independently and in accordance with established policies
• Ability to use initiative and judgment in carrying out tasks
• Exceptional customer service skills, with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality appropriate for a large corporate environment
• Ability to prepare reports and provide technical advice

Build a Successful Future in Consulting

At Crowe, Consulting professionals provide thought leadership, process expertise, technology insight and help clients identify, assess, evaluate, and reduce risks. Our Consulting professionals serve large organizations across many industries in an environment where innovation and new ideas are highly encouraged. Through various programs, we provide you with learning and reinvention through high-impact formal and systemic training, including industry, solution, technology, and consulting training, as well as certification. You will be part of a strong global team environment with a fast-paced, challenging, and collaborative setting.

Our Benefits:

At Crowe, we know that great people are what makes a great firm. We value our people and offer employees a comprehensive benefits package. Learn more about what working at Crowe can mean for you!

How You Can Grow:

We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversity. You will have the chance to meet on a consistent basis with your Career Coach that will guide you in your career goals and aspirations. Learn more about where talent can prosper!

More about Crowe:

Crowe (www.crowe.com) is one of the largest public accounting, consulting and technology firms in the United States. Crowe uses its deep industry expertise to provide audit services to public and private entities while also helping clients reach their goals with tax, advisory, risk and performance services. Crowe is recognized by many organizations as one of the country's best places to work. Crowe serves clients worldwide as an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the largest global accounting networks in the world. The network consists of more than 200 independent accounting and advisory services firms in more than 130 countries around the world.

Crowe LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.