Global Contract Specialist, APAC (HONG KONG, Hybrid)
About the role
Global Contract Specialist, APAC
Hong Kong | Contract Management
Are you a seasoned contract professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, global environment? Do you enjoy partnering with sales, procurement, legal, and senior stakeholders to drive smart, compliant business decisions?
First Advantage is looking for a Global Contract Specialist, APAC to manage the end‑to‑end lifecycle of client and vendor contracts while serving as a trusted contractual advisor across our global organization.
Position Summary
As the Global Contract Specialist, APAC, you will own the full contract lifecycle - from initial request through execution and distribution - ensuring compliance with company policies, regulatory standards, and operational requirements. You will act as a key liaison between sales, procurement, legal, and global stakeholders, playing a critical role in enabling business growth across the region.
What You’ll Do
- Act as a contractual subject matter expert, ensuring contract redlines and approvals align with business, operational, and regulatory requirements
- Manage and review standard agreements and ensure all documentation is accurate and complete prior to execution
- Partner with sales and procurement to assemble required documentation for specialized services
- Support contract negotiations and serve as the liaison between sales/procurement, global operations, and legal—representing the company (with Legal) on client and vendor calls
- Draft routine contract language, manage SLAs, and support contractual documentation administration and renewals
- Maintain contract records and renewal reminders within the contract management system
- Deliver contract management training and refresher sessions to stakeholders
- Support strategic and company‑wide initiatives from a contract management perspective
- Provide support to corporate in‑house counsel
- Mentor and provide day‑to‑day guidance to entry‑level professionals
- Collaborate cross‑functionally to support overall business performance
What You Bring
Skills & Qualifications
- Proven ability to work in a matrixed, multinational environment under tight deadlines
- Strong understanding of contract management principles, terms, and conditions
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Fluency in English and Chinese (Mandarin and/or Cantonese)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with CRM or contract management tools
- Solutions‑driven, action‑oriented, adaptable, and detail‑focused
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field (Paralegal Certification is a plus)
- 3–5 years of corporate contracting experience, including at least 2 years supporting sales of services
- Hands‑on experience drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and redlining contracts such as MSAs, NDAs, SOWs, and SLAs
- Experience working in an international or multinational environment
Working Environment & Additional Details
- Normal office environment
- Individual Contributor role
- Travel: Not required
Additional Posting Details:
- Work arrangement: Hybrid
- Regional scope: APAC with global stakeholder exposure
Why Join Us?
At First Advantage, you’ll be part of a collaborative, global team where your expertise directly supports business growth and risk management. This is a great opportunity to expand your regional and global impact while working with experienced professionals across the organization.
Ready to make an impact? Apply now or refer someone from your network!