Job Description

Come create the technology that helps the world act together

Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people's lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world.

We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work.

The team you'll be part of

Our Business Group is a leader in wireless mobility networks and associated services. With more than 3.500 patent families essential for 5G we have a strong 5G portfolio and are a front runner in open and virtualized radio access networks (O-RAN and vRAN).



Project Contract Managers are supporting throughout the contract life cycle - with the target to prevent and minimize value leakage, maximize value capture and ensure contract adherence of all contractual partners.

Based on a sound experience and expertise in commercial roles within the Telecoms or IT industry the Project Contract Managers shall be acting as key enabler to implement the Contractual and Commercial strategy as set out under the terms of the contracts, and to ensure the realisation of the same during contract execution.

Main Responsibility

Pre-Sale Phase

Responsible for reviewing, drafting, and negotiating MN technical and commercial contractual Annexures (e.g. SOR/SOW, Acceptance & KPIs, Project Plan/logistic, Technical Specifications, SLA for warranties & Care, Discount & vouchers, Roadmap Commitments, or any other contractual Annexures from contractual perspective) along with SME /SBMU during the Sales Phase.

Post-Sale Phase

Use the Contract Management levers during the execution phase to drive contract adherence, avoid value leakage, ensure the realization of the commercial strategy and support resolution of all commercial / contractual matters throughout the contract execution lifecycle, by

• Provide detailed summary of key contractual terms, requirements and obligations during execution phase and establish processes for sustainable adherence.

• Support contract interpretation, contract assessment and resolution of commercial / contractual matters, including changes, escalations of disputed contractual changes, renegotiations and extensions.

• Establish the role as a continuous driver and challenger for protecting and improving the business case and consult for most efficient realization internally as well as with external partners.

• Own and drive the contractual Claim, Change (SAW) process internally and moderate the Change Control Board.

• Establish, ensure and maintain a high qualitative correspondence and documentation process.

• Support contract renewal & closure activities by providing operational support as well as the commercially driven usage and application of learnings and experiences gained.

Competencies for Role

• Strong ability and experience in drafting, negotiating, reviewing, and interpreting contracts, preferably in the telecommunications and/or IT industry
• Knowledge of legal concepts, comfortable negotiating directly with the client.
• Understanding and experience of contractual stipulations and the respective enforcement and consequences (focus area technical/operational aspects)
• Commercial Management experience with understanding of various models.
• Experience in Claim management, analysis, drafting and negotiation.
• Solid skills in driving change and upsell during contract execution.
• Understanding of financial and management accounting.
• Knowledgeable about the telecoms industry and related regulations.

General Competencies

• Committed and motivated to continuously develop the contract management role and drive for constant improvement of the role and processes
• Knowledge of Telecommunication solutions and services, future trends, technologies and sales and marketing activities.
• Excellent team player with good soft skills of working with cross functional teams
• Problem Solving attitude with ability of dealing with ambiguity.
• Leadership and customer relationship skills.
• Fluent in written and spoken English

Personal Attributes & Experiences

• Legal or commercial/contract management background with customer facing experience.
• Strong and extensive experience in commercial, contract and project management
• Driving discipline and focusing on minimizing risk level and contractual adherence.

Location: Gurgaon, Mumbai.

What we offer

Nokia offers flexible and hybrid working schemes, continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered.

Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer

Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality:

• One of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere
• Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg
• Workplace Pride Global Benchmark
• LGBT+ equality & best place to work by HRC Foundation

At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people.

Nokia's employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.

Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed.

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