Commercial Contracts Assistant

GPS Recruitment; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Contracts Negotiation professional to join their team. The ideal candidate will engage in reviewing and negotiating contracts, work closely with internal departments, and liaise with clients. Strong attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, and prior contract experience are essential. This position requires effective communication and the ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Prior contract experience (construction and/or JCT is highly beneficial).
• Ability to read and digest a high volume of documentation efficiently.
• Self-motivated and willing to work as part of a dynamic team.

Responsibilities

• Completing contract reviews and negotiating amendments.
• Hosting/attending customer-facing and internal meetings.
• Liaising closely with sales and finance departments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong organisational skills

Confident communicator

Ability to work under pressure

Computer literate (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

GPS Recruitment have an opportunity with a valued client within their Contracts Division. We are looking to chat with individuals who are keen to develop their career within Contracts negotiations. Part of the role will include reviewing and delivering amendments with clients nationally. We are looking to speak with professionals ideally located around the South Yorkshire area.

Responsibilities

• Completing contract reviews and negotiating amendments.
• Hosting/attending/supporting customer‑facing and internal meetings.
• Liaising and working closely with internal departments (sales and finance).
• Interacting directly with customers and internal teams.
• Preparing cover letters and processing documents for signature.
• Maintaining accurate records (electronic systems, spreadsheets, and hardcopy filing).
• Manage and generate reports from the contract database.
• Manage the team email inbox to acknowledge, action or direct queries accordingly.
• Provide input to the weekly team call on progress and tasks.
• Drafting and processing contractual notices.
• Other ad hoc duties including reviewing customer meeting minutes, delivery of in‑house staff training and provide input to the weekly team call on progress and tasks.

Key Personal Skills

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to read and digest a high volume of documentation efficiently.
• Strong organisational skills to manage your own workload and meet strict deadlines.
• Prior contract experience (construction and/or JCT is highly beneficial).
• A confident communicator able to interact at all levels and adapt to different customers.
• Able to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Computer literate (such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook).

If you are able to communicate confidently with people at all levels, you will succeed in this role. Being self‑motivated and willing to work as part of a dynamic team is a personal quality we are searching for.