Customer Contracts Associate (Divestitures & Mergers)
Who are we?
At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.
Customer Contracts Associate (Immediate Start)
8‑month Fixed Term Contract | Hybrid
Finastra is seeking a Customer Contracts Associate to join immediately on a high‑priority business transformation programme. This role supports the review and transfer of customer contracts across a global portfolio and is ideal for legally trained or contract‑focused professionals looking to gain hands‑on commercial transformation experience.
Key Responsibilities
Review customer contracts to extract key terms, obligations, and transferability requirements
Identify legal, commercial, and operational risks and escalate as required
Validate contract assessments with peers to ensure accuracy and consistency at scale
Maintain contract trackers and dashboards; prepare summaries for senior stakeholders
Support contract transfers, assignments, and novations
Respond to internal stakeholder queries and contribute to process improvements
Assist with drafting and managing legal documentation related to contract migration
About You
Legally trained (LLB/LLM, paralegal qualification, or equivalent experience)
Proven experience reviewing or drafting commercial contracts
Strong understanding of contract structure and legal terminology
Highly detail‑oriented with strong analytical judgement
Comfortable working at pace in a delivery‑focused project environment
Strong communicator, organised, and collaborative
Confident using Microsoft Office; Excel / Power BI beneficial
Why Join?
This role offers direct exposure to commercial transformation, contract migration, and cross‑border delivery, providing valuable experience for those building a career in contracts, legal operations, or commercial roles.
Immediate availability preferred
We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we uphold:
· Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities. Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
· Well-being: Access Confidential one-on-one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, find support from our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and a calendar of monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive - Inside and Outside of work.
· Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits*
· Sustainability: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.
· DEI: Participate in multiple DE&I groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, Women@Finastra).
· Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
· Recognition: Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.
*Specific benefits may vary by location.
At Finastra, each individual is unique, bringing their own ideas, thoughts, cultural beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences together. We learn from one another, embrace and celebrate our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.
Be unique, be exceptional, and help us make a difference at Finastra!
