Contracts Manager

Leidos; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for an experienced Contracts Manager to join their dynamic team in Bristol. This role involves working closely with senior management to oversee contract execution and administration, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions. You will be responsible for preparing NDAs, negotiating contract changes, and maintaining crucial documentation. With a focus on collaboration and proactive problem-solving, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant projects within the defence sector. Join a company that values diversity, innovation, and employee satisfaction, and take your career to the next level.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

33 days Annual Leave

Flexible Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience as a contracts or commercial officer in large programmes.
• Hands-on team player with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support contract administration tasks and maintain records.
• Prepare and negotiate contract change proposals.
• Develop relationships with customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Contract Administration

Negotiation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Resolution

Knowledge of MOD Contracting

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Job description

Description

Contracts Manager

Programme Name: LCST

Location: Bristol based

Are you ready for your next career challenge?

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager who will work alongside the Senior Commercial Manager and Head of Contracts. The role involves assisting the Senior Commercial Manager with contract execution duties.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Support the Senior Contracts Manager and Head of Contracts with contractual administration tasks.
2. Prepare NDAs and maintain a register.
3. Assist with administration of compliance with all terms and conditions and supporting schedules of customer contracts.
4. Prepare and negotiate contract change proposals.
5. Maintain contractual records and documentation such as receipt and control of all contract correspondence, customer contact information sheets, contractual changes, status reports, and other documents for the project.
6. Process purchase orders for the company.
7. Establish and negotiate contract terms and conditions.
8. Prepare and maintain purchasing records, reports, and price lists.
9. Work with internal and external stakeholders to determine procurement needs, quality, and delivery requirements.
10. Assist supply chain in the development of specifications for equipment, materials, and services to be purchased.
11. Administer contract performance, including delivery, receipt, warranty, damages, and insurance.
12. Reconcile or resolve value discrepancies.
13. Develop and maintain good working relationships with the customer commercial/contracts team.
14. Develop and maintain good working relationships with Team Leidos members.

Skills Required:

• Bachelor's degree in business or a related field, with strong experience as a contracts or commercial officer.
• Experience on large programmes/contracts employing complex business models and terms and conditions.
• Experience in contract administration and negotiations.
• Must be a hands-on team player.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem resolution skills with a collaborative, win-win approach.
• Proactive in contract performance, risk, issues, and opportunities identification.
• Understanding of programme technical performance metrics and financial status.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of MOD contracting.
• Effective communication skills internally and externally.

Skills Desired:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field.
• Experience managing and negotiating contracts with the UK Government or Ministry of Defence.

Clearance Requirements:

• Pre-Screening: BPSS
• SC clearance required for the role.

What We Do for You:

At Leidos, we foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, diversity, trust, caring management, transparency, work-life balance, and job satisfaction. We offer meaningful careers, a supportive environment, and attractive benefits including:

• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 33 days Annual Leave (including public holidays)
• Flexible benefits (life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, holidays, cycle to work scheme)

Dynamic Working

Commitment to Diversity:

We welcome applications from all parts of the community and are committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide equal access to opportunities and resources. If you need reasonable adjustments during the application process, please let us know.

Who We Are:

The Logistics Commodities & Services Transformation (LCST) Programme for the UK Ministry of Defence enhances the UK’s defence supply chain, providing storage, distribution, freight services, and procurement of NATO Stock Number commodities.

As Team Leidos, we aim to transform the UK's defence supply chain with integrated, low-risk services using modern systems, providing real-time visibility of operations.

What Makes Us Different:

Purpose: Use your passion and skills to keep people safe. We lead in machine learning, AI, cybersecurity, and solutions, helping build a safer world and inspiring change.

Collaboration: Flexibility to work from home, office, or on-site, with the right digital tools, enabling smarter work aligned with your needs and ours.

People: We empower diverse talent, invest in growth through academies, rotations, and development plans to foster learning, inspiration, and career progression.

Original Posting:

For U.S. Positions: This job will likely remain open for at least 3 days, with an anticipated close date no earlier than 3 days after posting.

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range is a guideline and not a guarantee. Final compensation depends on responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, bargaining agreements, or legal requirements.