Contracts Manager

Michael Page Legal; Scunthorpe; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major national wholesale business in the UK is looking for a Commercial Contracts Specialist to manage and draft B2B sales contracts. The ideal candidate will possess over 5 years of experience in a law-related field, working independently and engaging directly with clients. This full-time role based in Scunthorpe offers a competitive salary of £70,000–£80,000 plus benefits such as private healthcare and generous holiday allowances. A hybrid working model is available, providing the best of both office and remote work environments.

Benefits

Private healthcare

28 days holiday (rising to 32)

Up to 10% employer pension contribution

30% colleague discount

Virtual healthcare services

Training and development support

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience drafting and managing commercial contracts (sales side).
• Experienced working independently outside a core legal team.
• Comfortable in face‑to‑face customer engagement.

Responsibilities

• Draft and manage B2B commercial contracts.
• Lead negotiations with customers from independent retailers to large corporates.
• Partner proactively with sales, finance, legal and key stakeholders.

Skills

Drafting and managing commercial contracts

Stakeholder management

Customer engagement

Commercial awareness

Education

Solicitor or equivalent

Job description

We're seeking a self‑starting Commercial Contracts Specialist in Scunthorpe to build a new contracts function alongside the legal team. You'll own drafting and managing B2B sales contracts and work directly with internal stakeholders and customers of all sizes.

Client Details

You’ll be joining a major national wholesale business with a strong reputation for quality and commercial excellence. Known for its progressive benefits and supportive culture, the business operates at scale across the UK, working with a diverse mix of retailers and corporate partners. As part of a wider well‑established group, it combines the stability of a large corporate with a people‑focused environment where your contribution will be visible and valued.

Description

• Drafting, reviewing and managing B2B commercial contracts on the sales side
• Leading contract negotiations with customers from independent retailers to large corporates
• Asking the commercial and financial questions others overlook
• Drafting product supply contracts including grocery supply agreements
• Partnering proactively with sales, finance, legal and key stakeholders
• Acting as a trusted commercial adviser to internal teams
• Ensuring contracts are commercially sound and fit for purpose
• Managing contract repositories and tracking key obligations
• Providing clear commercial input and practical guidance across the business

Profile

• A solicitor or equivalent with 5+ years’ experience drafting and managing commercial contracts (sales side)
• Experienced working independently outside a core legal team
• Comfortable and confident in face‑to‑face customer engagement
• Experienced in a large corporate/blue‑chip environment
• Commercially minded with the ability to balance risk and opportunity
• Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder management skills

Job Offer

You’ll receive a competitive salary of £70,000‑£80,000 plus a 10% bonus and strong benefits package, including:

• Private healthcare
• 28 days’ holiday (rising to 32) plus bank holidays
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution
• 30% colleague discount and 10% off other brands
• Stream early access pay
• Virtual healthcare services (GP, mental health, nutrition & fitness support)
• 24/7 colleague assistance service
• Training and development support
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme

This is a full‑time role based in Scunthorpe with a hybrid working pattern (3 days in office, 2 remote). If you’re an experienced Contracts Manager, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.