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E-Commerce Product Counsel Jobs in Seattle, WA at TikTok
Contract Specialist 1
Search #: 499040
Work type: Full-time
Location: Storrs Campus
Categories: Grants and Contracts
JOB SUMMARY
Under the general direction of the University Director of Procurement Contracting & Compliance and/or the Senior Contract Specialist, this role will utilize existing policies, procedures, and statutes to draft and negotiate terms and conditions for a variety of contracts, as assigned.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Contract Specialist drafts and negotiates contract language for a variety of contracts. Responsible for the preparation and legal review of contracts and agreements submitted to the Office of the General Counsel and the Office of the Attorney General. Collaborates with internal customer departments and colleagues within Procurement, as needed to draft clear contracts that accurately capture the negotiated business terms. Responsible for the administration of all assigned contractual activities within Procurement Contracting & Compliance, as they relate to the needs of the University community.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and four years of related experience in a comparable environment OR Associate’s degree in a related field and six years of experience in a comparable environment OR equivalent combination of education and experience which totals at least 8 years of professional contracting experience in a comparable environment.
Experience drafting and negotiating contract language in an academic, corporate, or similar environment.
Knowledge of contract law and applicable federal and state procurement statutes.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Suite.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certification.
Experience developing and executing complex contracting strategies that maximize workflow efficiencies, process improvements, and operational performance.
Knowledge of different types of contracts and experience negotiating contract language to address the risks related to each type of arrangement.
Ability to analyze business trends and assess organizational needs, communicate those needs to vendors, evaluate contracts to determine technical compliance and resolve discrepancies.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects at one time.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a full-time position at the Storrs campus working Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The starting salary for this position will be $75,000-$83,727 and will be determined based on the successful candidate’s experience and training.
The department is currently working under a hybrid work schedule requiring all staff to be on the Storrs campus two (2) days per week and working remotely three (3) days per week. This schedule may change subject to authorization and University policy.
The University offers a competitive salary, and outstanding benefits, including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/health-benefits/.
Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
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Title: E-Commerce Product Counsel
Company: TikTok
Location: Seattle, WA
