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THEJU G SHANKAR

Bangalore

Summary

Dynamic Senior Manager with extensive experience at Cognizant Solutions, excelling in contract negotiation and compliance. Proven track record in risk management strategies and policy development, enhancing contract efficiency and profitability. Adept at leading high-stakes negotiations while fostering collaboration across teams to ensure adherence to data protection standards.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Manager – Contract Lifecycle Risk Management

Cognizant Solutions India Private Limited
06.2021 - Current
  • Delivered comprehensive contract management services, serving as liaison for internal and external clients.
  • Revised standard operating procedures and guided implementation through training to elevate contracting standards.
  • Facilitated complex SOW reviews, ensuring adherence to corporate policies and best practices.
  • Applied Contract Lifecycle Management tools to enhance risk tracking and traceability.
  • Increased contract efficiency and profitability protection through strategic term evaluations.
  • Spearheaded drafting, review, and negotiation of diverse contractual documents.
  • Engaged in senior-level negotiations for new business ventures and contract renewals.
  • Oversaw policy compliance audits and ensured statutory adherence across contracts.

Senior Consultant – Office of Confidentiality and Privacy

Deloitte Consulting India.
10.2019 - 06.2021
  • Reviewed client confidentiality obligations, privacy policy, and data protection agreements to ensure compliance with company standards and legal requirements.
  • Prepared confidentiality risk summary assessment and recommended actionable plans.
  • Oversaw policy and statutory compliance across various contracting levels.
  • Conducted internal audits of legal documents to identify gaps and ensure compliance.
  • Analyzed contractual clauses related to data protection and assessed risks based on GDPR regulations.
  • Educated delivery teams on GDPR requirements and implementation strategies.
  • Deployed Confidential Information Program to industry accounts and engagements effectively.
  • Supported development and updates of General CI Guidance, Market Offering Playbooks, and Account/Engagement CIMPs as needed.

Contract Associate Manager – GLDN

Accenture Solutions Private Limited
10.2012 - 09.2019
  • Drafted, reviewed, vetted, and negotiated various contractual documents, including NDAs and service agreements.
  • Managed contracts valued at $20 million and above, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
  • Collaborated with business leads to ensure timely reviews and renewals of agreements.
  • Led senior-level negotiations involving scope changes, new business lines, and contract renewals.
  • Conducted comprehensive reviews of RFPs and response proposals to identify potential risks.
  • Executed pre-negotiation activities, including due diligence and preparation of risk matrices.
  • Facilitated discussions on amendments and change orders to Statements of Work (SOWs).
  • Coordinated closely with cross-functional teams to implement contractual changes effectively.

Senior Legal Executive – Legal

Computer Science Corporation.
Bangalore
09.2011 - 09.2012
  • Executed contract administration activities per Contracts Administration Manual.
  • Facilitated communication of performance requirements with third-party subcontractor throughout contract lifecycle.
  • Ensured account team awareness of critical milestones and commitments impacting operations and finances.
  • Maintained compliance with contracts while advising sales and delivery teams on commercial matters.
  • Managed contractual documentation repository and tracked signature processes.

Senior Associate

Pramata Corporations
12.2008 - 09.2011
  • Summarized key contractual terms in Contract Summaries and Tower-specific briefs across all domains.
  • Facilitated discussions with delivery team by supporting extraction of delivery and contractual obligations.
  • Advised delivery team on understanding contractual obligations and addressing contract-related queries.

Associate

AKB Associate
Bangalore
08.2008 - 11.2008

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies

JSS Law College, University of Mysore
Mysore
06-2008

Post Graduation Diploma in IPR -

National Law School of India University
06-2008

Pre-University Course -

Karnataka Pre-University Board
Hassan
01.2003

S.S.L.C -

Karnataka State Secondary Examination
Hassan
01.2001

Skills

  • Contract negotiation and compliance
  • Risk management strategies
  • Policy development and analysis
  • Data protection

Certification

  • Registered Legal Practitioner, On the rolls of the Karnataka State Bar Council since 08/01/08
  • IACCM Contracts and Commercial Management Associate (CCMA), 2014

Accomplishments

  • Certificate of Excellence, Client awarded for outstanding contribution for timely and quality deliverable, consistent with client expectation in 2022.
  • Accenture Certificate of Excellent, Awarded for performance par excellent in 2016.
  • Dissertation, Submitted Post Graduation Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights Dissertation on 'Need for Sui-Generis Protection of Integrated Circus' and 'Data Protection in India' at National Law School of India University, Bangalore.
  • Project for National Rural Council, Worked as part of a highly intellectual team, honing team working capability and leadership skill.
  • Speaker, Participated in the 16th All India Moot Court Competition For The Kerala Law Academy Ever Rolling Trophy, held at Kerala Law Academy in February 2005.
  • Participant, Participated in All India Moot Court Competition, held at Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Law College in October 2004.
  • President Award, Received highest 'President Award' in World Scout and Guides.

Timeline

Senior Manager – Contract Lifecycle Risk Management

Cognizant Solutions India Private Limited
06.2021 - Current

Senior Consultant – Office of Confidentiality and Privacy

Deloitte Consulting India.
10.2019 - 06.2021

Contract Associate Manager – GLDN

Accenture Solutions Private Limited
10.2012 - 09.2019

Senior Legal Executive – Legal

Computer Science Corporation.
09.2011 - 09.2012

Senior Associate

Pramata Corporations
12.2008 - 09.2011

Associate

AKB Associate
08.2008 - 11.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies

JSS Law College, University of Mysore

Post Graduation Diploma in IPR -

National Law School of India University

Pre-University Course -

Karnataka Pre-University Board

S.S.L.C -

Karnataka State Secondary Examination

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