Contract Risk Advisor

Job DescriptionA client of ours is looking for a Contract Risk Advisor Assistant. This person supports the project management, operations, finance/accounting, and business development teams through legal review and coordination of contracts, master service agreements, subconsultant agreements, task orders, Requests for Proposals (RFP), sample contracts, and other contractual agreements. The CRAA must have an ability to parse complex contractual language, identify risk, and assist with negotiating mutually agreeable agreements and mitigations to risk while maintaining client relationships. The CRAA is responsible for supporting Project and Office Managers during the initial phase of contract review. During this phase, the CRAA will be engaged to review items flagged for elevated risk on the contract review checklist, provide guidance on level of exposure, and propose mitigation strategies. The CRAA shall be capable of working independently and will have relevant contract legal review experience applicable to consulting A/E services. This position reports to the Finance/Contracts Manager but will also work directly with the Senior Contract Risk Advisor, Operations, Finance, and Project Management staff.We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] .   To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/ .Skills and Requirements Five or more years of legal experience that would include the review of contract language to identify company risk exposure, and definition of mitigation measures to reduce the risk through alternate language and/or revisions to the scopes of work. Ability to advise on risk associated with various contract types (Fixed Fee, T&M NTE, T&M, Cost Plus, Fixed Fee, etc.) Bachelor of Arts/Science Degree in related field such as Law, Communications, English, etc. is preferred; a degreed/licensed attorney is not required. Excellent oral and written communication skills with an in-depth knowledge of the nuances of legal terminology Experience in establishing and maintaining professional relationships with both internal and external clients Experience in prioritizing time and workload and flexibility to adapt to changing requirements to meet deadlines Detail oriented, results focused, and highly organized Software skills including Excel, Word, and Outlook  Experience relevant to the Architecture/Engineering/Construction (AEC) industry. Government contracting, software licensing, and international contracting is a plus nullWe are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].