Contracts Associate

The role As part of the University of Bristol’s Consultancy Services, the Contracts Associate will provide academic researchers and technical staff with transformative contract support. We are looking for the next member of our innovative and collaborative team where colleagues feel trusted and valued for their work. This exciting role will focus on supporting and safe-guarding our world-leading researchers to engage with global external collaborators across different research and development sectors. You will work with researchers and professional services colleagues across the breadth of the university, to support negotiations, and review and comment on terms and conditions. Consultancy projects have delivered for clients in sectors such as financial services, veterinary medicine, healthcare, cyber security and policymaking. The Consultancy Services at Bristol is a rapidly growing team. There is opportunity for you to grow with this role and have agency in your development. This is a full-time position with options for hybrid working. We are based in Bristol, and the post-holder will need to be on campus during some of the week.  What will you be doing? Advising academic and external partners on the University’s consultancy services process and procedures Using models and templates to negotiate terms and conditions, including the price and intellectual property arrangements Drafting consultancy contracts on University templates using information gathered through liaison with contracting parties Using knowledge of law, contracts, and intellectual property to review amendments to University standard templates and provide initial analysis on whether these are within the University’s usual negotiating position Liaising with University of Bristol professional services teams to progress contract development to timely completion Answering queries from academics and external parties on the progress of their consultancy projects Supporting the development and improvement of processes and procedures for consultancy to improve operational efficiency and quality of service provision Maintaining accurate records for Consultancy Services You should apply if Experience in business and administrative support with relevant experience of contract law. This post would an ideal step for someone interested in transitioning into law. Familiarity with legal contract structure, terminology, and practice gained through working with such documents Experience in the drafting and negotiation of contract terms Clear understanding for the need and practice of customer focus and relationship development Well-developed analytical capabilities and ability to interpret complex information Good understanding and appreciation of industrial and academic cultures and environments Confidence as an organised self-starter who works well in fast paced environments, who responds well to shifting priorities Additional information For informal queries about the role, please contact Anna Davey-Mitchell, a.davey-mitchell@bristol.ac.uk This advert will close at 23:59 GMT on Wednesday 24th January. Our strategy and mission We recently launched our strategy to 2030 tying together our mission, vision and values. The University of Bristol aims to be a place where everyone feels able to be themselves and do their best in an inclusive working environment where all colleagues can thrive and reach their full potential. We want to attract, develop, and retain individuals with different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives – particularly people of colour, LGBT+ and disabled people - because diversity of people and ideas remains integral to our excellence as a global civic institution.