Data Scientist Contract Jobs in Raritan, NJ (NOW HIRING)

At Broadridge, we've built a culture where the highest goal is to empower others to accomplish more. If you're passionate about developing your career, while helping others along the way, come join the Broadridge team.

We are seeking a seasoned, highly organized Vice President, Contract Negotiation & Data Governance to join our Data & Analytics team. This person will partner across Legal, Data Governance (DUGC), AI Governance Team (AIGT), New Product Risk Committee, Sales, Finance and Delivery to move contracts and data use cases efficiently through evaluation, approval, negotiation, and execution. The role is critical to accelerating revenue-producing requests and ensuring contract and data use compliance in support of organic growth and acquisitions.

The Vice President, Contract Negotiation & Data Governance will lead contract lifecycle activities, including conversion, repapering, template finalization, post-acquisition audits, and timely resolution of contract redlines for large contracts. In parallel, this person will triage and advance Data Use Cases (AI, New Products, Data), ensuring that contract and data governance considerations are addressed in a coordinated and efficient manner. This role requires strong program and stakeholder management, legal coordination, and the ability to represent Broadridge positions to clients in a polished and professional manner. In addition, this role requires the ability to manage multiple contracts, data cases, and other initiatives simultaneously while prioritizing based on business impact and client sensitivity.

Responsibilities:

• Negotiate with Broadridge clients to represent company contract and data requirements in a polished and professional manner.
• Lead contract lifecycle activities, including conversion, repapering, template finalization with Legal and client teams, and post-acquisition audits.
• Manage and resolve contract redlines rapidly by coordinating cross-functional stakeholders, including Legal, Tech, BISG, Procurement, and external counsel.
• Review and triage incoming Data Use Governance (DUGC) case submissions; coordinate required reviews with Legal, Privacy, Artificial Intelligence Governance Team, and New Product Risk to determine next steps and timelines.
• Lead decision-making across contract and data governance matters by evaluating risks, weighing trade-offs, and recommending practical solutions. Act as a key stakeholder in setting priorities, guiding approvals, and determining resolution strategies across multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Understand and apply Broadridge pricing models; create and project cost estimates tied to client requests and internal proposals.
• Advocate for data as a strategic asset across business units and understand the source of where data originates, as well as the contracts that govern the data within Broadridge business units.
• Maintain clear documentation and reporting on actions taken, resolutions, case status, audit findings, contract changes, and risks; escalate issues requiring executive attention.
• Document process knowledge to enable team scalability and maintain a strong audit trail
• Define KPIs to measure the effectiveness of contract management and data governance initiatives.
• Provide regular reports to executive leadership on contract activity, governance progress, risks, and impact.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Computer Science, or equivalent; advanced degree or certifications a plus.
• 5-10+ years of experience in the financial services industry with demonstrated experience in contract negotiation and data governance, preferably in a fast-paced technology or product environment.
• Proven experience managing cross-functional projects involving Legal, Privacy, AI, Risk, Product, Sales, and Delivery stakeholders.
• Strong familiarity with contract lifecycle management, redline negotiation, repapering processes, and post-acquisition contract activities.
• Ability to work closely with clients to negotiate contract issues and/or data usage issues.
• Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions in complex, high-stakes, and time-sensitive situations.
• Ability to understand Broadridge pricing models and produce cost projections.
• Strong organizational, client service, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; comfortable with project management and collaboration tools such as JIRA, Confluence, SharePoint, and CRM systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.

Compensation: The salary for this position is $145,000.00. Broadridge considers various factors when evaluating a candidate's final salary including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, and education.

Bonus Eligibility: Bonus Eligible

Benefits Information: Please visitwww.broadridgebenefits.comfor information on our comprehensive benefit offerings for this role. All Colorado employees receive paid sick leave in compliance with the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act and other legally required benefits, as applicable.

Apply by clicking the application link and submitting your information. The deadline to apply for this role is October 15th, 2026.

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