Moody's Corporation · 19 hours ago
Contract Specialist
United States
Contract
Remote
Mid Level
3+ years expMoody's Corporation is seeking a Contract Specialist to manage the end-to-end contract process for renewals and new business. The role involves drafting contracts, analyzing account information, and collaborating with various internal teams to ensure compliance and satisfaction.
Financial Services
Responsibilities
Manage the end-to-end contract process for renewals and new business, supporting a dedicated team of sales representatives and acting as the primary point of contact for contract strategy, drafting, and execution processes
Participate in regular pipeline review sessions with sales team to advise on optimal commercial approach, set expectations, and proactively address potential contractual risks and challenges that might delay or complicate signature
Analyze account information, license parameters, and contract terms with extreme attention to detail in order to support the sales team with proposals for pricing, cross-selling, and/or renewals
Independently draft all Tier 1 (<$500K or $250K for software) sales contracts in accordance with internal policies and best practices while crafting win/win solutions that meet the needs of both the business and the client
Exercise judgment throughout the contract drafting & negotiation process to resolve issues and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley controls
Maintain accurate client data throughout CRM and different systems, ensure pricing and allocations are correct, and document pertinent transaction details. Ensure consistency and accuracy for all stages of the sales cycle
Complete primary review of and validate all executed contracts, confirming compliance with internal policies and best practices
Ensure all information required for order submission is documented and accurate
Facilitate any subsequent changes or adjustments requested by Sales or Client and use discretion in determining course of action
Lead collaboration with Finance, Legal, Billing plus other stakeholders to review and align on complex contracts as needed
Ensure internal and external client queries are fully resolved in a timely fashion with a high level of satisfaction
Qualification
Required
Minimum 3 years contract-related experience, preferably in a procurement, finance, legal or sales support role
Experience working with Salesforce CRM and/or Apttus is strongly desired
Highly organized, with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Extremely detail-oriented and meticulous
Strong teamwork and customer service orientation. Highly responsive and proactive in issue identification, communication, and managing expectations
Highly motivated and results driven
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build relationships
Demonstrates good judgment in problem-solving and issue escalation
Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools—such as Copilot and ChatGPT—can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency
Interest in exploring agentic AI systems and a willingness to develop awareness of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use
Undergraduate/first-level degree (e.g, Bachelor's degree) in business, finance, or related area preferred
Company
Moody's Corporation
In a world shaped by increasingly interconnected risks, Moody’s helps customers develop a holistic view of these risks to advance their business and act decisively.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Joshua Carroll
Chief Technology Officer
Dana Weinshank (MSW)
SVP-People Business Partner
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