Contracts Specialist

ADECCO; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Contracts Specialist to manage the drafting, negotiation, and oversight of contracts. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Law or Business Administration, strong contract management experience, and excellent communication skills. This role involves working closely with legal, finance, and operational teams to ensure contracts align with strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in contract management or legal support.
• Strong grasp of contract law and commercial terms.
• Detail-driven with excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review contracts including SLAs, DPAs, and licensing terms.
• Identify risks and ensure compliance with legal standards.
• Collaborate with various teams to align contracts with strategic goals.
• Maintain a contract repository and monitor key dates.
• Provide guidance on contract terms and best practices.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Law or Business Administration

Tools

Contract management tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you a master of the fine print?

We're on the lookout for a sharp, solutions-focused Contracts Specialist to join our team. You'll be the go-to expert for all things contracts - drafting, negotiating, and managing agreements that keep our operations running smoothly and securely.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Draft & Negotiate: Create and review contracts across a variety of areas - SLAs, DPAs, licensing terms and variation letters.


• Risk Management: Spot potential pitfalls before they become problems and ensure every contract aligns with legal standards and company policies.


• Collaborate: Work closely with legal, procurement, finance, and operational teams to make sure contracts support our strategic goals.


• Organise & Track: Maintain a central contract repository and monitor key dates, renewals, and obligations.


• Advise & Educate: Provide guidance to internal teams on contract terms and best practices, making the complex feel simple.

What You'll Bring:

• A degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field (legal qualifications are a bonus!)


• Solid experience in contract management, legal support, or procurement


• A strong grasp of contract law and commercial terms


• Excellent communication and negotiation skills


• A detail-driven mindset and top-notch organisational skills


• Confidence using contract management tools and Microsoft Office

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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