Contract Specialist

Manpower UK Ltd; Bishop's Cleeve; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment services firm is seeking a Contract Specialist for a hybrid role in Cheltenham. The specialist will manage contract negotiations, advise stakeholders, and lead process improvements, requiring over 5 years of relevant experience and strong interpersonal skills. Applications are invited with CV submissions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in contract management or sourcing.
• Ability to work towards strict deadlines.
• Skill in communicating effectively at various organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end contracts negotiation process.
• Advise teams on agreement structure and risks.
• Collaborate with functions to draft contract revisions.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Strong written communication

Ability to prioritize demands

Education

Undergraduate Degree or paralegal certification

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Overview

Role: Contract Specialist
Location: Cheltenham (Hybrid)
Duration: 12 months
Rate: Negotiable (Umbrella only)
Inside IR35

Summary

The Contract Specialist is responsible to assist the Sourcing organization in the negotiation of agreements with Systems suppliers. Applies sound legal and business judgement to identify, analyze, and negotiate contract terms and conditions and other related requirements to mitigate risk.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end contracts negotiation process to meet/exceed business cycle time requirements
• Advise sourcing and business teams on agreement structure, risks, and alternatives
• Manage contract clause libraries and contract databases
• Collaborate with business functions to draft revisions to C64/I64 and appropriate fall backs
• Management of contract template processes, including systematic reviews of templates and playbooks, and incorporation of best contracting practices and provisions
• Assist with educating and training individuals regarding contract processes, policies and procedures, as needed
• Lead process improvement efforts to support the achievement of business objectives

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate Degree or paralegal certification plus 5+ years of related experience
• Demonstrated experience prioritizing conflicting demands from multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with individuals from multiple departments at all levels of the organization
• Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work successfully towards strict deadlines, as well as independently on multiple, simultaneous assignments
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
• To apply, please submit your CV in the first instance