Intro

G+D makes the lives of billions of people around the world more secure. We create trust in the digital age with integrated security technologies in three business areas: Digital Security, Financial Platforms and Currency Technology. We have been a reliable partner for our customers for over 170 years with our innovative solutions for SecurityTech! We are an international technology group and traditional family business with over 14,000 employees in 40 countries. Creating Confidence is our path to success. Trust is the basis of our co-operation within G+D. Maybe soon for you too?

We are convinced that various central banks will introduce a digital version of their currency, a so-called Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) like the digital Euro in the coming years. This will create an entirely new market for products and services that fit perfectly with Giesecke+Devrient's product portfolio. It especially requires an outstanding team to deliver a disruptive innovation of that magnitude. For this, we have set up a team as an independent start-up within G+D advance52 GmbH that has a clear mission for growth and to create a substantial product business. During the next year we are scaling rapidly to meet market demands, and the Contract Manager will play a key role in overseeing customer contracts, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks throughout the contract lifecycle.

Job Summary

As Contract Manager, you will be responsible for managing the full lifecycle of customer contracts, from initial demand to execution and closure. You will act as a strategic partner to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance, mitigating risks, and enabling successful project delivery. Your ability to manage complex contractual relationships and drive governance will be essential to our success in the digital currency space.

Your Strategic Responsibilities

• Own and implement contract lifecycle management best practices, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions.
• Act as single point of contact for selected customers regarding the management of customer contracts.
• Facilitate and document contract negotiations with customers, service providers, suppliers, and partners.
• Maintain contract documentation, track changes, and coordinate milestones with all stakeholders.
• Prepare regular reports on contract status, compliance, and any issues or disputes.
• Identify and activate performance levers to optimize contract outcomes.
• Ensure proper governance for customer contracts and manage subcontractor and partner contracts accordingly.
• Collaborate closely with Legal, Compliance, Sales, and Professional Services teams.

Risk Management

• Identify, assess, and document risks during contract drafting and deal review.
• Facilitate approval processes and lead risk assessments.
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies and conduct thorough risk analyses.
• Report KPIs on market developments, risk status, and ensure compliance with internal and external regulations.
• Guide project teams on risk management best practices and develop IT tools and processes for risk management.

Your Professional Profile

• Successfully completed studies in business law, law, business administration, or a comparable education.
• Several years of professional experience in national and international contract and risk management. Extensive experience of working on large IT/software projects and managing the respective customer contracts is highly desirable.
• Deep understanding of national and international contract law, regulatory requirements, and IT law.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex contractual documents.
• Fluent German and English skills required.

Our Offer

• Play a key role in shaping the global digital currency ecosystem and revolutionizing the future of payments.
• Gain deep knowledge in cutting-edge technologies in the area of central bank digital currencies.
• Be empowered to achieve your maximum potential through a supportive environment that places trust in your abilities.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options to support work-life balance.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Collaborative team culture that celebrates success and fosters innovation.