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IBM · Chantilly, VA

# Contract Negotiator: Lead Deal Support (TS/SCI CI Poly Crossover Eligible)

Chantilly, VA Manager or lead 

Listed on IBM’s official careers site. Posted August 20, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
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## Job description

### Introduction

At IBM Legal, Regulatory Affairs & General Counsel, we provide the guidance and oversight that enable IBM to innovate responsibly and operate with integrity. Our teams manage complex legal, regulatory, and compliance matters across the globe. Ensuring trust with clients, partners, and communities. Working in Legal and Regulatory Affairs means tackling diverse challenges, from intellectual property and data privacy to corporate governance and ethical business practices.

You'll collaborate with colleagues worldwide to protect IBM's interests while supporting growth and innovation. With continuous learning, global exposure, and opportunities to shape the future of technology through law and policy, IBM offers a unique environment to build your career while making a meaningful impact.

### Your role and responsibilities

As a Contract Negotiator: Lead & Cross Brand Deal Support, you will provide end-to-end contracts and negotiation support to drive IBM revenue growth. This client-facing role requires collaboration with Opportunity Owners and deal teams to deliver tailored contractual solutions.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

### Review and Draft Contracts
- Review client redlines, draft changes to non-standard terms and conditions, and assess the risk to business teams on deviations to IBM terms and conditions.

### Negotiate Contractual Terms
- Negotiate and advise on contractual terms and conditions to support the closing of deals across IBM brands.

### Articulate Contracting Strategy
- Understand and articulate the IBM contracting strategy to ensure alignment with business objectives.

### Collaborate with Stakeholders
- Interface with Opportunity Owners and deal teams to ensure seamless contract negotiation and execution.

### Assess Business Risk
- Assess and articulate the risk to business teams on deviations to IBM terms and conditions, providing guidance on mitigation strategies. Required technical and professional expertise

### Contract Negotiation Expertise
- Deep expertise in negotiating and advising on contractual terms and conditions to drive business growth and revenue.

### Contract Drafting and Review
- Experience with reviewing client redlines, drafting changes to non-standard terms and conditions, and assessing the risk to business teams on deviations to IBM terms and conditions.

### Contracting Strategy Development
- Deep understanding of contracting strategies and the ability to articulate them to ensure alignment with business objectives.

### Risk Assessment and Mitigation
- Experience in assessing and articulating the risk to business teams on deviations to IBM terms and conditions, providing guidance on mitigation strategies.

### Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Experience working with Opportunity Owners and deal teams to ensure seamless contract negotiation and execution.
- Active TS/SCI with CI poly (CI + Lifestyle poly preferred) Preferred technical and professional experience

### Advanced Contract Analysis
- Deep expertise in analyzing complex contractual terms and conditions to identify potential risks and opportunities for growth.

### Strategic Negotiation Skills
- Experience with developing and executing strategic negotiation plans to drive business outcomes and revenue growth.

### Cross-Brand Contracting Knowledge
- Deep understanding of contracting strategies and practices across multiple IBM brands, with the ability to articulate and apply this knowledge to drive business results. IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Aug 20, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Aug 21, 2026
- Last checked: Nov 2, 2026
- Listed for: 74 days
- Location: Chantilly, VA[Apply on IBM’s careers site →](https://ibm.dejobs.org/jobs/4DC0583F1541492BB96F65F7C0EC2F2C/)

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