Sustainability contract manager

Job Title : Contract Manager (Sustainability) Location : UK Dunfermline or London Schneider Electric has an opportunity for a Contract Manager in our Dunfermline or London locations. Schneider Electric creates connected technologies that reshape industries, transform cities and enrich lives. #x202F;Our 135,000+ employees thrive in more than 100 countries. From the simplest of switches to complex operational systems, our technology, software and services improve the way our customers manage and automate their operations. Help us deliver solutions that ensure Life Is On everywhere, for everyone and at every moment. (url removed) Join Schneider Electric and power your career! Schneider Electric is aggressively tackling the issue of climate change by making bold commitments to make its operations carbon neutral by 2025 and net zero carbon emissions by 2030. Not only are we making bold commitments ourselves, but our Sustainability Business (SB) is leading the charge in advising global companies in developing their own bold commitments to curb climate change and maintain less than 1.5 deg C temperature rise. This position will be at the core of this global, all-hands effort for our planet and generations to come. We are currently recruiting for a Contract Manager within our Sustainability Business based in our Dunfermline, London or Barcelona office. The successful candidate will be leading the contracting efforts for our European and UK business that is vital to the future success of the organisation, and will play a key role in ensuring the ongoing growth and success of SB. You will play a key part our Global contracting function. The Contract Manager (Sustainability) will be expected to liaise closely with senior management within our Sales, Client Management and Operations divisions to continual develop and refine our contracting solutions to meet the appropriate legal standards required by a leading global energy organisation, and to enhance our contracting activities for our stakeholders and customers that promote fast and effective solutions that support the growth of our business whilst managing our risk and exposure in a pragmatic way in line with our corporate governance model. Responsibilities include: Provide market leading contractual support to SB rsquo;s European and UK business to facilitate business growth, manage risk exposure and allow smooth delivery of SB services to our customers. Work with key stakeholders to refine, innovate and develop our contracting solutions, process and control environment to support an evolving and growing division. Work extremely closely with the Sales and Client Management teams to deliver an exceptional level of service to them and to our Clients. Be able to create, review, amend and risk assess various forms of contractual documentation to meet our commercial, finance and legal requirements and maximise the opportunity for SB embodied with such. Present commercial risk assessments, mitigations and insightful solutions to senior SB leaders to facilitate informed and effective decision making. Discuss, explain and champion contractual requirements with internal and external stakeholders. Negotiate contracts in a collaborative fashion with our Clients to ensure mutually successful outcomes. Act as lead point of contact for contractual escalations and queries and provide effective resolutions. Training of colleagues, client facing leads and new recruits in our contracting and commercial rules and processes, simplify the complex to get our key messages across to various audiences. Digital innovator and owner of performance metrics of effectiveness and efficiency of contractual support. Contribute to a continuous learning and improvement environment, help initiate and deliver change. Personal Profile Bachelors degree and experienced operator (3 to 5 years) in sales contract preparation, review and negotiation. Legal or contractual qualifications are not a prerequisite for the role but may be an advantage. Fluent in written and spoken English, knowledge of additional languages such as French, German, Spanish, or Dutch is not a prerequisite but may be an advantage. A dynamic individual values role model that inspires influences our stakeholders in equal measure. Effective communicator capable of interaction with Senior Management, Executive Sponsors and Client Legal and Purchasers as well as coach, teach and support the development of their colleagues. Excellent standards of quality, accuracy, reliability and accountability in all that they do. Have an entrepreneurial business ownership mindset, a ldquo;Can-do rdquo; and positive attitude to challenges and opportunities and an autonomous approach to managing workloads with minimal oversight. Ability to prioritise and execute multiple tasks efficiently under pressure. Experience in working in a multinational and multicultural environment is an advantage Experience or knowledge of the energy industry is an advantage but not necessary Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, and more. We seek out and reward people for putting the customer first, being disruptive to the status quo, embracing different perspectives, continuously learning, and acting like owners. We rsquo;re recognized around the world for welcoming people as they are. We create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity #x202F;are seen as #x202F;a real value for the company. #x202F; See what our people have to say about working for Schneider Electric. #x202F; #x202F; https://(url removed)/C7sogZ_oQYg #x202F; #x202F; Let us learn about you! Apply today. #x202F; If you would like to apply for this vacancy and join the Schneider Electric team, please send your CV and a covering letter, along with salary expectations, to (url removed) At Schneider Electric, Diversity Inclusion is at the heart of our organisation, it #39;s an integral part of our history, culture, and identity. We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve. As a result, our teams are stronger to drive the company #39;s future. ldquo;We are proudly participating in the Disability Confident Program offering support to people in the workplace who consider themselves living with a disability. rdquo; What we offer you: Competitive salary Bonus Scheme, 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays, Holiday Buy Sell programme, Pension Scheme, Employee Share Ownership Programme, Various Health Wellbeing Support Options, Gym Flex, Open Talent Market (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors projects globally), Shopping Dining Discounts, Learning Portal and much more. Apply now: Please submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. You know about us, so let us learn about you! Apply today. Why us? Schneider Electric is leading the digital transformation of energy management and automation. Our technologies enable the world to use energy in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner. We strive to promote a global economy that is both ecologically viable and highly productive. euro;25.7bn global revenue (Apply online only)+ employees in 100+ countries 45% of revenue from IoT 5% of revenue devoted for R D You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled It is the policy of Schneider Electric to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct. Concerning agencies: Schneider Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be responsible for fees related to such