Contract Specialist, Operations

Our rich history is a big part of who we are. With historic roots dating back over 135 years, Woodbine is steeped in tradition. We have been the engine that drives the Ontario horse racing industry, creating winning experiences for all our guests.

We are also currently on an amazing 20-year journey to ‘build a city within a city’ and transform the largest privately held land in Toronto into one of Canada’s premiere entertainment destinations. This journey will unlock the value of approximately 700 acres of land, leading to job creation and the revitalization of our communities, while enhancing our ability to share the thrill of horse-racing and cementing our place as an entertainment powerhouse.

We also take care of our PEOPLE. Here are some of the things we offer:
**Full Group Benefits Plan**

**Pension**

**Paid Vacation**

**Discounts on Food**

**Ontario Attractions Discount**

**Free Parking**

**Opportunities for Advancement**

**Social Responsibility Initiatives**

We need dedicated people to join our cause. Be part of Woodbine Entertainment and get inspired to make work awesome

Our Values & Beliefs

\u007C WOW EVERY GUEST \u007C OWN IT \u007C LISTEN & CONNECT - PEOPLE MATTER \u007C FUEL THE FUN & PASS IT ON \u007C TRUST IN OUR TEAM \u007C #WE CARE \u007C PURSUE YOUR POTENTIAL \u007CBE BOLD\u007C BE ALL IN \u007C

**Ontario Racing Management (ORM)** is a wholly owned subsidy of Woodbine Entertainment, Canada’s horse racing and entertainment leader. Together with an industry-representative Board of Directors, ORM leads the Ontario horse racing industry towards sustainability. The Contract Specialist plays a vital role in carrying out this strategic imperative. Reporting to the Director, Business Operations, the Contract Specialist is responsible for ensuring obligations under funding and membership agreements are fulfilled on-time, primarily through the collection and review of reporting requirements.

**Responsibilities**
- Ensures obligations under organizational agreements related to planning and reporting are fulfilled on-time.
- Collect, review, and reconcile reporting data for quality assurance prior to submission.
- Formulate and ask critical analytical questions surrounding report results.
- Collect and assemble key data points based on reporting requirements and additional requests.
- Develop and maintain relationships with representatives of membership to communicate and facilitate reporting requirements.
- Submission of legal obligations under key organizational agreements using the prescribed delivery methods.
- Prepare recommendations for course of actions related to approval requests and variances.
- Record and track changes to horse racing schedule, including financial impacts aligning to industry directive(s).
- Assist with the execution of major events and industry initiatives.
- Maintain an organisation-wide document management system related to contract management.
- Lead administration of centralized office duties as assigned, including calendar management and meeting coordination.
- Support fellow team member including the governance and finance teams as needed.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

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**Key Success Factors**

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- University or college degree/diploma in a field related to Business Administration/Management, Business Analysis and/or the equivalent in education and experience.
- Minimum two years experience reviewing corporate legal documents (non-procurement)
- An understanding of business operations, financial controls, budgeting, strategic planning and change management.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strong written and spoken communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proven ability to understand trends and develop recommendations. Willingness to ask questions and seek information.
- Must be a hands-on self starter and team player.
- Willingness to learn about the horse racing and breeding industry, including the revenue streams that support the sustainability of the industry is an asset.
- Live and breathe Ontario Racing’s values and beliefs.

Guided by our Values and Beliefs, Woodbine Entertainment commits to providing an authentic and empowering work experience Please reach out if you're ready to embrace change and be part of a new breed of experience while working for one of Canada’s certified Great Places to Work