Ariba
RIDA TAMBOLI
Contract Lifecycle Management
Pune,MH
Summary
Contract operations professional managing drafting, negotiation, execution, and governance across 15+ commercial agreements per month, completing 10+ tasks per week. Builds CLM process improvements by standardizing 5+ workflows through templates, playbooks, clause standardization, and structured review controls that improve turnaround time and consistency. Ready to step into Contract Lifecycle Management Lead work with practical support across legal, procurement, and business teams.
Overview
3
3
Languages
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Analyst
Nexdigm Pvt. Ltd.
Pune, Maharashtra
04.2024 - 05.2026
- Oversaw comprehensive contract lifecycle management (CLM) encompassing drafting, review, negotiation, execution, and governance of commercial agreements.
- Developed, analyzed, and executed commercial contracts, license agreements, amendments, work orders, and vendor agreements.
- Collaborated with business, procurement, and operations teams to deliver practical legal guidance that aligned with commercial objectives.
- Ensured contractual compliance with internal policies, client requirements, and applicable legal standards.
- Supported contract governance activities including documentation management, contract repositories, audit readiness, and reporting.
- Introduced templates, playbooks, and TAT improvement initiatives to standardize contract review workflows.
- Reviewed and standardized legal clauses to ensure consistency, risk mitigation, and contractual accuracy.
- Conducted legal research and monitored regulatory developments relevant to commercial and operational practices.
- Coordinated with stakeholders using CLM platforms and client-specific legal management systems.
- Key Impact:
- Delivered measurable turnaround-time (TAT) improvement through a Contract Process Playbook.
- Improved operational efficiency and contractual consistency through standardized review processes.
- Recognized with Inspire Award (Q1 2025) and Star Performer Awards for operational excellence and client impact.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined operations and enhanced efficiency across departments.
- Mentored junior analysts, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing within the team.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define project requirements, delivering tailored analytical solutions.
- Optimized project management, resulting in timely deliverables and improved client satisfaction rates.
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining workflow processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
Analyst
Nexdigm Pvt. Ltd.
Pune, Maharashtra
06.2022 - 03.2024
- Analyzed market trends to support strategic decision-making and improve operational efficiencies.
- Developed comprehensive reports to present findings and recommendations to senior management.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential challenges and propose mitigation strategies.
- Conducted contractual risk analysis and coordinated with clients to clarify issues and facilitate timely resolutions.
- Assisted in compliance review of legal and commercial documentation, ensuring adherence to internal standards and minimizing potential risks.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to streamline documentation processes, enhancing contract processing efficiency.
- Supported contract abstraction, repository maintenance, and documentation tracking within CLM workflows.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to streamline documentation and improve contract processing efficiency.
- Contributed to smoother deal closures and improved operational efficiency.
- Enhanced team collaboration by providing clear communication of complex findings through visualizations and reports.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Drafted and reviewed commercial agreements, work orders, amendments, change orders, and license agreements.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Earned Client Centricity Awards (twice) and a Spot Award for client-focused contribution.
- Analyzed data trends to provide actionable insights for business strategy development.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline reporting processes and improve efficiency.
Advocate
District & Sessions Court, Shivajinagar
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Represented clients in civil and criminal cases, advocating effectively in court.
- Represented clients in civil litigation, criminal proceedings and appeals in state and federal courts.
- Coordinated filings and documentation while managing client communication to ensure compliance with procedural requirements.
- Drafted comprehensive legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, wills, and trusts for various clients.
- Drafted and reviewed Wills, Lease Deeds, Power of Attorney, Release Deeds, and legal notices.
- Drafted and reviewed contracts for clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws while protecting their interests.
- Conducted legal research and case analysis for litigation matters.
- Conducted thorough legal research to support case strategies and arguments.
- Evaluated complex legal issues and delivered strategic recommendations to clients and stakeholders to inform decision-making.
- Managed filings, documentation, and client coordination across procedural requirements.
- Cultivated collaborative relationships with opposing counsel to promote amicable dispute resolution.
- Managed complex caseloads effectively by prioritizing tasks and keeping organized records of case materials.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop case management strategies and improve workflow efficiency.
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest.
- Developed strong working relationships with opposing counsel, fostering a collaborative environment for dispute resolution.
Junior Advocate
Merit Housing Solutions
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Drafted legal documents, including contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance with housing regulations.
- Coordinated compliance documentation and legal processes to ensure adherence to regulations.
- Drafted and reviewed property-related agreements and documents to protect client interests.
- Assisted in mediation sessions, facilitating communication between clients and opposing parties to resolve disputes efficiently.
- Prepared and reviewed legal documentation for redevelopment and society matters.
- Assisted with compliance documentation and legal coordination.
- Mentored junior staff on legal research techniques and documentation processes, strengthening team expertise.
Junior Advocate / Intern
Adv. Ajay Gadegaonkar
05.2018 - 09.2020
- Drafted and reviewed civil, criminal, and family law documents to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Supported legal research and documentation processes to enhance case preparation efficiency.
- Assisted in drafting legal documents, ensuring adherence to established guidelines and protocols.
- Conducted legal research and documented findings to support case preparation and strategy development.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline case management workflows, improving overall productivity.
- Conducted preliminary client interviews to gather essential information for ongoing cases.
- Reviewed property-related legal documents and agreements.
- Provided administrative support to senior attorneys, ensuring thorough preparation for case presentations.
Legal Intern
AIR Law Academy
07.2020 - 08.2020
- Researched legal precedents and compiled case summaries to support ongoing litigation efforts.
- Drafted legal documents, including motions and briefs, ensuring compliance with court requirements.
- Conducted legal proofreading and documentation review, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
- Researched legal precedents and compiled case summaries, aiding in case strategy development for ongoing litigation.
- Assisted in legal proofreading and documentation review.
- Reviewed contracts and agreements for accuracy, identifying potential risks and recommending amendments to mitigate issues.
Education
LLB - Legal Studies
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Pune, India01-2020
Diploma - Cyber Law
Asian School of Law
Pune06-2020
Skills
Contract lifecycle management (CLM)
Commercial contract drafting & negotiation
Legal risk assessment & compliance
Commercial agreements & amendments
Legal research & advisory
Contract redlining
Master service agreement review
Clause library development
Contract governance & documentation
Contract review & abstraction
Legal operations & contract repository management
Process improvement & TAT monitoring
Stakeholder & client management
Contract playbook maintenance
Contract analytics
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Supervised team of 10 staff members.
- Documented and resolved High complex contracts which led to turnaround timeline for contracts.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved effectiveness and easy transition by introducing Process Playbook for all contractual tasks.
Software
SAP
Salesforce
ICERTIS
Timeline
Senior Analyst
Nexdigm Pvt. Ltd.
04.2024 - 05.2026
Analyst
Nexdigm Pvt. Ltd.
06.2022 - 03.2024
Advocate
District & Sessions Court, Shivajinagar
02.2022 - 06.2022
Junior Advocate
Merit Housing Solutions
10.2021 - 01.2022
Legal Intern
AIR Law Academy
07.2020 - 08.2020
Junior Advocate / Intern
Adv. Ajay Gadegaonkar
05.2018 - 09.2020
LLB - Legal Studies
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Diploma - Cyber Law
Asian School of Law