Assistant Vice President, Contracts

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Assistant Vice President, Contracts

Reporting to: Executive Director, Chief Contracts Negotiator – Asia (Singapore)

We are seeking a dynamic Contracts Manager to join our Asia contracts team. This role is critical to the growth of our businesses and offers a unique blend of legal and business responsibilities, ideal for a commercially minded lawyer with strong risk management capabilities. You will report directly to the Chief Contracts Negotiator for Asia, based in Singapore.

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

• Review and negotiate contracts, including local and cross-border engagements, tenders, and RFPs on a holistic basis taking into account legal, commercial and other risks.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders for fact-finding and negotiation.
• Support risk mitigation initiatives, contract audits, and deployment processes.
• Develop and improve contract templates to meet evolving business needs and growth.
• Manage template changes across jurisdictions and business lines in Asia.
• Track and implement global contract initiatives across the region.
• Maintain a register of recurring issues both from a client and an internal perspective for training, business enhancement and process improvement.
• Conduct in-house training and share and embed best practices within the businesses.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Contracts Negotiator.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Law degree with solid understanding of contract law and legal principles.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to assess risk pragmatically.
• Excellent drafting, writing, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Effective project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.
• Capable of handling high volumes and meeting tight deadlines.
• Adept at using Co-Pilot and other AI tools for work.

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. You can request accommodations by emailing us at or your recruiter. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.