Commercial Contracts Lead - UK & Nordics

Honeywell; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational technology firm in Leicester is seeking a Contracts Lead to manage contract negotiations, provide legal advice, and support project execution. This role requires a UK Legal degree and 7 years of relevant experience, preferably in the construction or technology sectors. Strong negotiation, drafting, and interpersonal skills are essential. Join us to be part of an innovative global team.

Qualifications

• 7 years SQE in commercial business or industry, preferably large companies.
• Solid knowledge of UK construction, IP, and privacy laws.
• Strong negotiation and drafting skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Review customer contracts and align them with policy.
• Negotiate contracts with customers and suppliers.
• Support legal post-contract disputes and manage litigations.

Skills

Building Construction

Logistics & Procurement

Account Management

Communication

Client Services

Education

UK Legal degree

Tools

Jboss

Job description

Description

The UK Contract Lead will report to the General Counsel BA Europe and dotted line to the Regional General Managers for Honeywell Building Solutions (HBS) UK & Nordics. As a Contracts Lead you will become a member of the regional leadership team and provide legal advice on all commercial matters in the region.

Job Responsibilities

• Review customer contract terms and conditions and make necessary amendments to align them with our terms and conditions policy and market practice.
• Participate as a key member of the negotiating team in contract discussions with customers and suppliers.
• Actively support the Cloud Connection strategy for our BA Service Business.
• Coordinate with other Honeywell functions to obtain input relative to their areas of expertise consolidate and incorporate issues of concern into risk containment recommendations.
• Provide experienced advice and guidance to global and regional leadership / various functions.
• Support Project Management and execution in any legal post-contract disputes.
• Support and function as a focal point for external law firms to manage litigations.
• Provide timely monthly reports of contract metrics and complex legal issues.
• Liaise with other contract managers and General Counsels throughout the Honeywell group.

Knowledge & Qualification

Solid knowledge of UK construction law civil trade and contracting laws.

Solid Knowledge of IP & privacy laws to successfully support the Cloud connection strategy

Knowledge in public procurement law is a plus.

Expertise and solid experience in contract negotiation principles and techniques.

Understanding of financial concepts and impact of contract terms on those concepts.

Ability to work in a matrix organization and support the business from a functional leadership perspective.

Education & Experience

Education: UK Legal degree

Any additional legal or commercial education is a bonus

Experience: 7 years SQE in commercial business or industry preferably large companies in construction or technology industries.

Experience with high quality high-cost products services and / or complex projects is a bonus

Experience in contractual dispute management.

Sound experience in analyzing contract terms & conditions and intelligent assessment of risks.

Strong contract negotiation and drafting skills.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Function as a team player friendly polite and self-motivated adaptable and goal-oriented willing to be a business enabler.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform crucial job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Join us now and be part of a global team of thinkers innovators dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future!

Key Skills

Building Construction,Logistics & Procurement,Account Management,Communication,Client Services,Jboss

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1