Are you a professional that sees the big picture, constantly inventing future scenarios, and building strategies to sustain competitive advantage? We have an outstanding opportunity for you with Emerson's Global Enterprise Legal Team. In this role you will Provide sales-related Contract Services to all Business Units in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) World Area, with minimal levels of supervision.  

If you are up for the challenge and ready to expand your professional experiences and grow professionally with a thriving organization, we invite you to become a valued member of Emerson!

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Reviews, drafts and negotiates agreements and transaction documents in compliance with applicable policies and legal and ethical standards, with minimal direction by more senior Contract Services staff, including in: Responding, within established guidelines, to customers’ RFP/RFQs, vendor qualification documents and contractual requests.   Drafting and negotiating with customers, appropriate contractual language to reflect the business interests and policies of the parties.  Takes the Contracts Lead on Less complex international and multi-BU project contracts, and Less complex frame agreements (single WA). Takes the Lead (including the GSAP accounts) on more complex projects and frame agreements as experience develops.  Collaborate with customers, members of the legal team and other Emerson collaborators to bring deals to closure.  Analyses business, financial, and legal risks.  Research information on existing agreements and contractual programs, assisting with analysis and compiling data for reports.  Provides contract-related mentorship to Sales, Project Management and other partners.  Participates in the approval process to assist business owners in making informed decisions and secure appropriate approvals. 

Who You Are?

You see the broader picture,  constantly are encouraging future scenarios and build strategies to sustain competitive advantage. You analyze multiple and diverse sources of information to define problems accurately before moving to solutions.  You deliver messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner. You deliver feedback letting people know where they stand, honestly and sensitively.  You consistently use multiple methods to develop others.  You consider multiple and varied viewpoints when addressing problems and opportunities.  You serve as a strategic partner to build, grow, and maintain profitable and long-lasting relationships with key accounts.

For This Role, You Will Need:

Confirmed work experience in a contracts-related role  Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in related field  Completion of Worlds Contract and Commercial Management (CCM) Training Program to 

Preferred qualifications:

Practitioner Level strongly preferred Commercial provisions such as warranty, liquidated damages/penalties, payment & freight terms, documentary credits and bank guarantees/sureties  Intermediate MS Office skills  Excellent oral and written English language skills, French and/or Arabic is an advantage  Expert negotiation skills  Extensive knowledge of Contract law & principles 

 

Our Offer to You!

Flexible Hybrid Work Schedule – This role has the flexibility of a hybrid work option; you could work up to one day a week from home. Our teams work together to ensure our chosen work schedules enable our creativity and efficiency as we serve the needs of our customers.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs.

At Emerson, we are committed to encouraging a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their outstanding experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment gives to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that encourages innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

The philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Emerson.

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

Adhere to Health, Safety & Environment policies as laid by the organization