At Emirates, we believe in connecting the world, to and through, our global hub in Dubai and in constantly innovating to ensure our customers ‘Fly Better’. Join our Strategic Partnership and Contracts team as a Technology Contracts Specialist, where you will manage timely renewal of assigned technology contracts and ensure Emirates Group IT requirements, standards and best interests are reflected in all technology contracts. You will support the Technology Contracts Manager in establishing an IT contract governance framework to ensure compliance by the various technology functions throughout the contract lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage timely contract execution, renewal, and amendment for Group IT, including software, hardware, and services contracts.
- Ensure that contract terms adhere to agreed Group technology standards and legal parameters.
- Support the department in maintaining an IT contract governance framework to standardize processes, ensure regular contract monitoring, and mitigate risks and compliance issues.
- Act as a single point of contact within Emirates Group IT for guidance on all work orders, change requests, and amendments.
- Advise senior management stakeholders on disputes/claims and work closely with the Group Legal department to identify related implications.
- Support the Technology Contracts Manager in reviewing and monitoring technology contracts with suppliers.
- Collaborate with legal and procurement teams to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and manage risk factors related to contract management and vendor relationships.
- Track contract milestones, deliverables, and deadlines, and communicate updates to stakeholders.
- Manage the contract library by securely storing and organizing all contracts and related correspondence.
- Conduct regular reviews of existing and new contracts for continuous monitoring to recommend cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
Requirements
- A degree or Honours (12+3 or equivalent) in relevant fields.
- 5+ years’ experience in Information Technology or related fields.
- Experience in handling contracts (drafting, review, and management) in the Information Technology industry.
- Experience in commercial and contract management within the IT department of a large organization or IT solutions supplier; aviation industry experience is a plus.
- Ability to systematically analyze complex problems and implement appropriate solutions.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey complex information.
- Knowledge of standard IT contracts from both customer and supplier perspectives.
Salary & Benefits
Join us in Dubai and enjoy an attractive tax-free salary and travel benefits exclusive to our industry, including discounts on flights and hotel stays around the world. You can find more information about our employee benefits in the Working Here section of our website.
Closing Date
05 May 2025
