Contracts Manager
- Recruiter
- Executive Network Legal Limited
- Location
- Hereford and Worcester
- Salary
- On application
- Posted
- 23 Jul 2021
- Closes
- 20 Aug 2021
- Ref
- 215285106
- Contact
- Pasquale Agatiello
- Job Title
- In House Counsel
- Practice Area
- Commercial Contracts
- PQE Level
- 2-4
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
JOB TITLE: Contracts Manager
LOCATION: Worcestershire
SALARY: On application
THE ROLE: We are currently seeking a Contracts Manger to join our client’s Worcestershire office. This is a good opportunity to join a close-knit, collaborative team providing critical support across the UK & Ireland.
Working with the Corporate Counsel and the risk management / legal team. You will on a day to day basis:
• Oversee and assist the contracts team with drafting, reviewing and the negotiation of contractual documents for all legal entities and business divisions within the UK & Ireland.
• You will assess and improve contracting processes and practices, taking in feedback, looking at helpful technology, and streamlining any complexities.
• You will promote the contracts governance process within the business and liaise with stakeholders and third parties.
• You will ensure that all contracts are released/signed by duly authorised representatives in line with published policies and procedures and help with the identification of risks on contractual matters.
THE CANDIDATE: Candidate will ideally be qualified with a relevant degree with some experience as a Contracts Manager, Specialist or equivalent. You will have
• Working knowledge of: Contract variations, Indemnities, Liability caps, Insurance cover, Penalties, Defect warranties, Termination rights, Confidentiality agreements, Brexit considerations,
• Track record in drafting, negotiating and managing commercial contracts.
• General knowledge of basic legal areas such as dispute forums, compliance with law, ethical practices and procurement requirements.
• The ability to work with varying seniority levels, including staff, managers, and external partners.
• A high degree of self-management, initiative, reliability and flexibility to ensure that the best possible service is given to internal and external clients.
With support of the senior members of the contracts and legal team you will have the opportunity to help shape the future direction of the team. They also offer flexible and remote working options to help ensure you have a good work life balance.
HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Pasquale Agatiello at eNL or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.
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