Commercial Manager - 3 month contract

Assured Safety Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading UK charity is seeking a part-time Commercial Contracts Manager for a 3-month contract. This remote position involves supporting contract lifecycles, ensuring compliance, and contributing to bid processes. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in commercial contract management and excellent stakeholder management skills. Competitive day rate of up to GBP600+/day is offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial contract management, preferably in charity or public sector.
• Strong understanding of contract law, procurement, and compliance.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts and service agreements.
• Support bid development processes and contribute to business case writing.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and relevant regulations.

Skills

Commercial contract management

Stakeholder management

Contract law understanding

Compliance expertise

Job description

Commercial Contracts Manager

3‑Month Contract - Part time (3 days per week)

Location: Remote

Day rate: up to GBP600+/day (Inside IR35)

This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your commercial expertise in a purpose‑driven organisation. You’ll work alongside passionate professionals and play a key role in supporting services that help individuals rebuild their lives.

Assured Safety Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a well‑established UK charity dedicated to supporting some of the most vulnerable individuals in society. They are currently seeking an experienced Commercial Contracts Manager to join their team on a 3‑month fixed‑term contract.

In this vital role, you’ll provide commercial and contractual expertise across the organisation, supporting bids, managing contract lifecycles, ensuring compliance, and enabling effective service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts and service level agreements.
• Support bid development processes and contribute to business case writing.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and relevant regulations.
• Collaborate with operations and finance teams to provide commercial advice and risk assessment.
• Proactively identify and troubleshoot contractual issues as they arise.
• Prepare clear, concise reports and contribute to internal governance and reporting processes.
• Attend meetings with subcontractors, funders, and service providers, representing the charity's commercial interests.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in commercial contract management, preferably within the charity, public sector (although sector experience is not essential).
• Strong understanding of contract law, procurement, and compliance.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to write compelling business cases and deliver clear, actionable reports.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work across functions under tight deadlines.