Head of ECE Contract Management

Tiivistelmä työpaikkailmoituksesta: The Head of ECE Contract Management leads contractual activities for the Portfolio Business People unit, ensuring contract lifecycle control, risk mitigation, and compliance. They develop ECE contract strategies, advise on complex negotiations and disputes, and manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle including repository maintenance. The role requires a Bachelor's degree (Master's or legal qualification preferred) and 10+ years in contract management or commercial law with at least 5 years in leadership, ideally with technology or telecommunications contract experience. They lead and mentor the ECE contract team, collaborate with sales, legal, finance and project stakeholders, and receive Nokia’s standard employment terms, hybrid working and other benefits. Tämä tiivistelmä on luotu tekoälyn avulla. The Head of ECE Contract Management leads and oversees all contractual aspects within the Portfolio Business People unit, ensuring robust contract lifecycle management, risk mitigation, and compliance with company policies and legal requirements. HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE AND WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Strategic ECE Contract Management: Develop, implement, and align ECE contract strategies and policies, providing expert guidance on complex contractual matters, negotiations, and disputes for ECE products and services. End-to-End ECE Contract Lifecycle Oversight: Manage the complete ECE contract lifecycle, including pre-award support, negotiation, execution, administration, renewals, amendments, and maintaining a robust ECE contract repository. ECE Risk, Compliance & Training: Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual risks specific to ECE deployments, ensuring compliance with legal and internal requirements, and delivering training on ECE contract best practices. Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop the ECE contract management team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. Cross-Functional ECE Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as the primary point of contact for all ECE contract-related matters, collaborating with sales, legal, finance, and project teams to support ECE customer negotiations. KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, Finance, or a related field. A Master's degree or legal qualification (e.g., JD, LL.B) is highly desirable. Minimum of 10+ years of progressive experience in contract management, commercial law, or procurement, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Demonstrated experience with complex technology contracts, preferably within telecommunications, enterprise networking, or IT solutions (experience with PBO or similar domains is a strong plus). Proven track record of successful negotiation and management of high-value, strategic contracts. Strong understanding of contract law, commercial terms, and risk management principles. Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Proficiency in contract management software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. The position currently benefits from Nokia’s standard employment terms and benefits. Subject to completion of the contemplated transaction and the role’s transfer to the acquiring company, it is expected that broadly comparable employment terms and benefits will be maintained post‑closing. ABOUT US Advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world. Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world. Learn more about life at Nokia . Our recruitment process We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect. If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity. The length of the recruitment process may vary depending on the specific role's requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates. Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia . ABOUT THE TEAM Some of our benefits in Finland : Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work–life balance A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave based on eligibility Edenred benefit voucher - 400€ per year Annual bonus - based on individual and company performance Health and well-being support - occupational health service