Principal Contract Negotiator

Job Title:
Principal Contract Negotiator

Location:
Mumbai

Experience:
15+ years

About Us

Bureau Veritas Primary Integration (BVPI), global leader in data center consulting services is part of the Bureau Veritas Group, focusing on mission critical data center facilities planning, construction and operation. With high quality delivery commitment, we build trust by helping clients meet challenges, thus helping in Shaping a World of Trust. BVPI are partners to the world's most renowned hyperscale, co-location, technology, financial and telecommunications companies, building, operating or occupying data centers across 35 countries around the world. They rely on us for long-term sustainable and energy efficient datacenter infrastructure facilities. Globally, Bureau Veritas Primary Integration (BVPI) is the largest third-party commissioning and consulting services company for mission critical data center facilities offering services across full lifecycle helping clients reduce risks and improve operational efficiency thus saving their overall cost and increasing their revenue and profitability. BVPI's asset is its people and we're proud of our team whose depth and breadth of experience covers all types of data centers, from enterprise to cloud.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a seasoned Principal Contract Negotiator with extensive experience in managing & negotiating contracts across global markets. The role requires a strong legal background, exceptional negotiation skills, and the ability to manage the entire contract lifecycle while mitigating risks in line with Bureau Veritas Group legal guidelines and supporting strategic business objectives. The individual will be responsible for supporting business teams to drive favorable business outcomes.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end contract negotiations for professional services, NDAs, master service agreements, vendor agreements, and amendments.
• Co-ordinate with legal teams across the network to ensure compliance and alignment with local laws & Group legal framework.
• Develop and execute contracting strategies that align with business objectives while minimizing legal, financial, and operational risks.
• Advise senior leadership and executive teams on contractual risks, obligations, and negotiation positions.
• Manage contract lifecycle processes, including drafting, redlining, negotiation, execution, obligation management, and renewals.
• Support business teams by participating & leading contract negotiations with clients
• Respond to RFPs and prepare contract risk assessments for internal stakeholders.
• Provide leadership in dispute resolution and conflict management related to contractual matters.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law (B.A.LL.B.) or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• 15+ years of legal and contract management experience, with at least 5 years in a senior/lead negotiator role.
• Proven track record of closing mid to high-value international contracts
• Strong expertise in contract drafting, redlining, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
• Proficient in contract management systems and legal tools
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in cross-cultural, global environments with resilience and adaptability.

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