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Overview: Guidepoint’s Legal team plays an important and global role across all our offices. The team provides their expertise, advise, recommendation and support to multiple parts of the business to ensure a seamless and efficient process. We are currently seeking a Contracts Specialist to serve as the main point of contact between the legal team and internal/external stakeholders regarding all contract management, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiation. This role will report to our Associate General Counsel.    What You'll Do: Drafting, reviewing and negotiating all types of contracts, including client and vendor agreements, non-disclosure agreements, contract amendments and renewals, Statements of Work, data processing agreements, SaaS agreements, etc., for global stakeholders in various company locations Responsible for managing Contracts Queue and coordination of all aspects of contract management Serve as primary contact between the legal department and internal and external stakeholders seeking contract review and revision, copies, questions, status updates etc. Review, respond and manage contracts-related questions within the Contracts inbox Manage Contract Template library and other knowledge management functions Ensure compliance with contract approval policies and procedures Liaise with Legal, Compliance, and Sales teams on contracts as needed Special projects on an as-needed basis What You Have:  Bachelor’s Degree, with at least 3 years' experience working with contracts Law Degree is a big plus, but is not required Contract management experience, preferably in-house Experience reviewing, editing, interpreting and negotiating legal agreements Experience reviewing and negotiating corporate master services agreements Strong organizational and communications skills, ability to set priorities, handle multiple tasks and projects, track and follow up on projects Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with internal and external contacts at all levels, including across various offices as necessary Ability to digest complex compliance practices and the diligence to ensure that contractual drafting and review is always consistent with those practices Ability to work independently and seek assistance or support as necessary Ability to shift focus, adapt to changing priorities, and take initiative where appropriate, all while meeting deadlines and providing timely responses Strong client service focus and flexibility Must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment Must handle confidential information with professionalism, discretion and integrity Preferred Qualifications: Apttus/Conga (Salesforce) contracts management system experience is very helpful Knowledge of GDPR and other data protection laws and experience negotiation data processing agreements Knowledge of legal developments in AI and how to incorporate them into contracts What We Offer: Offices within the heart of Dubai at the DIFC A progression plan for career growth Private medical insurance (including dental) Opportunities to participate in Guidepoint CSR programs Fun team events, activities, and office-wide outings Stocked pantry and breakfast offerings WFH flexibility on Fridays Easy access to metro and public transport Nurturing, close-knit office environment About Guidepoint: Guidepoint is a leading research enablement platform designed to advance understanding and empower our clients’ decision-making process. Powered by innovative technology, real-time data, and hard-to-source expertise, we help our clients to turn answers into action. Backed by a network of nearly 1.75 million experts and Guidepoint’s 1,600 employees worldwide, we inform leading organizations’ research by del