Customer Contracts Associate (Divestitures)

Who we are

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.

Contracts Associate (Immediate Start)

6‑month Fixed Term Contract | Hybrid

Finastra is seeking a 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 Finastra

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.

Benefits & Inclusion

• Flexibility: Unlimited vacation (subject to local regulations and business priorities); hybrid working arrangements; inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
• Well‑being: Confidential one‑to‑one support through the Employee Assistance Program; Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups; monthly events and initiatives.
• Health & Financial Security: Medical, life and disability insurance; retirement plans; lifestyle benefits.
• Sustainability: Paid time off for volunteering and donation‑matching opportunities.
• Inclusion: Inclusion communities such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastra.
• Career Development: Online learning and accredited courses through Skills & Career Navigator.
• Recognition: Finastra Celebrates global recognition program; regular employee surveys to shape culture and ways of working.

*Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique—bringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences. We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves.

Be unique. Be exceptional. Help us make a difference at Finastra.