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Syliva Tang

@sylivatang

Experienced APAC Contracts Director driving compliance, managing risks, and supporting business growth across global clients

China

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What I'm looking for

I seek a senior Contracts or Commercial Management role that leverages my APAC experience in contract negotiation, risk management, and compliance. I value collaborative environments with high-profile clients, opportunities for process optimization, and roles where I can mentor teams and contribute strategically to business growth.

I am an APAC Contracts Director with 13+ years’ experience leading contract negotiation, risk management, and legal compliance across global clients. I have managed multi-country contracts, supported revenue recognition processes, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and business growth. I am passionate about helping organizations navigate complex contracts while building strong client and partner relationships. Outside of work, I enjoy exploring digital commerce trends and volunteering in community programs that support education and professional development.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Contracts Director

Merkle

Mar 2022 - Dec 2025 (3 years 9 months)

Led negotiation and execution of 150+ contracts annually across APAC, ensuring compliance and mitigating legal risk.
Developed standardized time-based revenue recognition models for accurate financial reporting across five APAC entities.

Contract Lifecycle Management Contract Drafting Contract Negotiation Vendor Agreements Compliance & Risk Management Dispute Resolution Revenue Recognition P&L Reporting Jira & Confluence Cross Border Contracting

Contract Manager (APAC)

Isobar /Bluecom, Dentsu

Nov 2016 - Mar 2022 (5 years 4 months)

Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated client-facing contracts, SaaS agreements, and Statements of Work with clients and vendors across APAC. Managed vendor agreements and license audits, analyzed contract performance for financial impact, and standardized contract administration processes to improve efficiency and compliance.

Contract Drafting & Review SaaS Agreements Statements of Work (SOWs)Vendor Management License Audits Financial Impact Analysis Revenue Forecasting Process Standardization Stakeholder Collaboration P&L management

Contract Manager (Bluecom)

Bluecom

Jul 2015 - Nov 2016 (1 year 4 months)

Solely managed contracts across regional offices (HK, SG, China, Vietnam), ensuring compliance with local laws and organizational policies. Led negotiations for IT, SaaS, and CXM service agreements (including inter-company and novation), and prepared AR, revenue recognition reports, and financial forecasts for multiple legal entities.

Regional Contract Management Local Law Compliance IT & SaaS Negotiation CXM Service Agreements Inter company Agreements Novation Contracts AR & Revenue Recognition Financial Forecasting Contract Performance Monitoring Revenue Timing Controls

Customer Relations Officer

Sino-Pacific Holding Pty Ltd

Jan 2010 - Jan 2013 (3 years)

Managed client consultations, translation services, and compliance documentation to support operational efficiency and legal compliance. Provided support and consultancy for international programs, including translation, coordination, and contract administration.

Client Consultations Customer Support Translation Services Compliance Documentation International Program Support Stakeholder Coordination Contract Administration Operational Efficiency Administrative Support Client Consultation Cross Functional Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Australian National Institute of Management and Commerce

Master of Professional Accounting, Professional Accounting

2013 - 2014

Completed a Master of Professional Accounting at the Australian National Institute of Management and Commerce in Sydney from 2013 to 2014.

Macquarie University

Master of Translation and Interpreting with the Master of International Relations, Translation and Interpreting; International Relations

2008 - 2010

Grade: xxx

Activities and societies: xxx

Completed postgraduate studies in Translation and Interpreting along with International Relations at Macquarie University in Sydney from 2008 to 2010.