Contracts Management Lead

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At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.

Role Purpose

To manage the drafting, negotiation, and compliance oversight of medium-to-high complexity Technology/IT/Networks contracts in accordance with Vodafone’s internal contracts management governance and processes, ensuring adherence to compliance requirements, corporate policies, and applicable laws and regulations, while supporting internal stakeholders in claims, contract interpretation, risk identification and awareness, and assisting the litigation team in related disputes.

Key Accountabilities & Decision Ownership

• Review and validate contract prerequisites and approvals before drafting; escalate deficiencies and risks as required.
• Draft and negotiate complex contracts (network rollout, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, SaaS/cloud, managed services), ensuring compliance and balanced allocation of risks.
• Monitor SLA compliance for drafting, updates, and archiving, recommending process improvements where needed.
• Support maintenance of template governance, approval workflows, and contract retention within CLM systems.
• Provide advanced support on claims and disputes; prepare documentation and coordinate with the litigation team under managerial guidance.

Core Competencies, Knowledge, and Experience

• 5–7 years’ contracts management experience, with exposure to complex negotiations in Telecom/IT/Networks.
• Strong English drafting and negotiation skills with suppliers and senior business stakeholders.
• Solid compliance and risk knowledge (Sanctions & Trade Control, Anti-Bribery, Privacy, H&S, Business Resilience, Cybersecurity).
• Cross-functional knowledge across SCM, Business, Finance, Technology, and Compliance.
• Familiarity with AI-enabled contracts management tools (drafting, clause extraction, analytics, risk monitoring, automation) to support efficiency.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to propose solutions within established policies and governance frameworks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Must have technical / professional qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Certification in Contracts Management such as CLAC (CICCM/IACCM or equivalent desirable).
• Knowledge of Egyptian law; knowledge of England and Wales law is a plus.
• Proficiency in Legal English and CLM system use/optimization.
• Proficiency in MS Office for contract-related reporting and documentation.

Who we are

We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.

Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.

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Together we can.