Commercial Contract Manager

Our client is seeking a diligent and experienced Commercial Contract Manager to oversee contract development and execution within the Legal Department. The ideal candidate must have excellent negotiation and communication skills, and a keen attention to detail.

Client Details

Our client is a global leader within the engineering and manufacturing sector, employing over 350 people worldwide. Their expertise lies in creating innovative solutions for complex industrial challenges. The company maintains a strong presence on the Surrey/Hampshire borders, where they are well-regarded for their commitment to quality and excellence.

Description

• To provide specialist legal advice, guidance and expertise on Commercial Contractual matters including sales contracts, IP licensing agreements, procurement agreements, collaboration agreements, consulting agreements, master service agreements, mutual indemnity agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements and any other legal agreements which may require attention/action
• To analyse and evaluate customer-proposed contractual Terms & Conditions, identifying variations from Company standard contractual provisions and practice, specifically identifying deviation from policy and highlighting actual and potential risk to the Company e.g. unlimited or substantial liability, IP security and warranty exposure.
• To contribute as part of the Legal & Contracts team to the awareness, understanding, knowledge and development of commercial acumen and risk management especially regarding contractual matters amongst senior management, commercial staff, project management and business support functions throughout the group via regular updates and formal learning events.
• To undertake research into relevant country-specific regulations pertinent to contractual obligations, including but not limited to Anti Bribery, Competition and Data Protection laws in order to understand and advise on the extent of current Company conformance and consequences of contractual agreement.

Profile

The successful Commercial Contract Manager should have:

• A degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Demonstrable experience in a Commercial/Contracts Manager role showing up to date knowledge and application of commercial Contract Law applicable to a broad range of commercial agreements and contracts
• Experience of legal matters outside Commercial Contracts (e.g. employment, property, IP & data protection)
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to identify potential risks and propose effective solutions.
• Proficiency in using contract management software.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

Job Offer

• A salary range of £58,500 - £71,500 per annum.
• Hybrid working of 2 days in the office - flexibility around working hours and home commitments
• 25 days holiday, plus a holiday purchase scheme allowing an additional 5 days.
• 6% Employer pension contribution
• Life assurance of 6x annual salary.
• Health care cash plan
• A supportive and team-oriented company culture.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading organisation on the Surrey / Hampshire borders and make a real impact.