Contracts Manager

flex; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in critical power solutions is seeking a Contracts Manager based in Kendal or Blackburn, UK. The role involves managing contract formation, supporting project delivery phases, and collaborating with internal teams on risk, compliance, and commercial advisory aspects. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years experience in commercial contract processing, strong negotiation skills, and a knack for building professional relationships.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Enhanced annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in processing commercial contracts.
• People management experience is highly preferred.
• Ability to build close working relationships with internal colleagues and clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage and negotiate draft contract terms and conditions.
• Manage contract risk and obligations post-execution.
• Act as commercial lead for negotiated settlements.

Skills

Commercial contract processing

Negotiation skills

Financial acumen

Relationship building

Job description

Overview

Anord Mardix, a Flex company, is a global leader in critical power solutions. With facilities around the globe, Anord Mardix leads in critical power infrastructure, supporting a myriad of industries, from financial institutions to data centers.

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Job Summary

We are looking for a new Contracts Manager employee to be based either in Kendal or Blackburn, UK.

Summary

Reporting to the Deal Desk Manager and being part of the Deal Desk Team, this role will be responsible for driving and supporting all aspects of contract formation from pre-award through to agreement and contract execution. Thereafter you will act as commercial lead during the project delivery phase. During contract formation you will collaborate with Sales, Legal Counsel, Finance and Group teams for Risk, Treasury and Compliance. During the project delivery phase you will work closely with and provide commercial advisory to Project Managers and others supporting the delivery of the project.

What a typical day looks like

• Manage and negotiate draft contract T&Cs through to contract execution
• Manage contract risk by eliminating or mitigating onerous T&Cs
• Do final validation of commercials including price and payment terms
• Manage post-execution contractual matters – obligations, entitlements, claims procedures, warranties etc.
• Act as commercial lead for negotiated settlements
• Act in advisory capacity to explain contract T&Cs to internal teams
• Collaborate with specialist Group functions including Tax, Treasury, Insurances and Corporate Accounting
• Support the Deal Desk Manager in the management of Strategic Deals and other tasks

The experience we’re looking to add to our team

• Minimum 3 years experience in processing commercial contracts including drafting, review and redlining
• People management experience is highly preferred
• Strong financial acumen and business sense & focus on managing commercial risk
• Good negotiation skills both commercial and legal
• Ability to build close working relationships with internal colleagues, clients and other external parties and also to work against tight deadlines
• Knowledge of complex billing methods and procedures including applications basis and milestone billing
• Familiarity with critical power products, data centre sector or similar industrial sectors
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

What you will receive for the great work you provide

• An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution, and celebrated for your success.
• A competitive salary and benefits package which includes:
  • A merit-based annual pay review
  • Enhanced annual leave.
  • Employee recognition scheme and long service awards
  • Referral bonus
  • Volunteer days
  • Group Life Insurance, including a death in service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a year
  • Sick pay scheme
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Travel opportunities (role dependent).
• Support in your well-being by access to:
  • Employee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice.
  • On-site trained Mental Health First Aiders.
• Access to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.)

Location: Kendal / Blackburn

Please note that our recruitment team is based in Hungary and therefore you may be called by an international number. (+36...)

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