COMMERCIAL CONTRACTS MANAGER

TN United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology and telecoms company in Guildford seeks a Client Contracts Advisor to join their Contracts & Licensing Department. This senior role involves drafting and negotiating complex international B2B contracts, advising on legal matters, and mentoring colleagues. The ideal candidate will have a legal qualification and over 5 years of experience in commercial contracts, thriving in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Market-leading annual performance bonus

Excellent pension scheme with up to 10% company match

Private health and dental insurance

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with commercial contracts, especially B2B and international.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to balance legal, commercial, and client needs.
• Meticulous attention to detail and ability to manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating international B2B client contracts.
• Advising on contractual terms, identifying risks, and developing mitigation strategies.
• Mentoring colleagues on contract review, negotiation, and best practices.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Legal qualification

Job description

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• You will blend legal expertise with commercial thinking in a SaaS company
• Work on high-impact global contracts across multiple jurisdictions

About Our Client

Our client is a large organisation in the technology and telecoms industry, based in Guildford. Renowned for its innovative solutions and cutting-edge technology, the company consistently delivers high-quality products. They are now going through a period of substantial growth, diversification and change. This is a very exciting time to join!

Job Description

This is a senior-level opportunity for a legally qualified professional or experienced contracts specialist to join their Contracts & Licensing Department in Guildford. This role offers a chance to move beyond traditional legal practice and make a real commercial impact by advising on, negotiating, and managing complex international B2B software licensing and services agreements. You will work closely with colleagues to ensure efficient and high-quality contractual services to clients in 90 countries.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Drafting and negotiating international B2B client contracts
2. Advising on contractual terms, identifying risks, and developing mitigation strategies
3. Collaborating on complex tender submissions, aligned with organizational principles
4. Maintaining and updating internal contract templates for consistency and compliance
5. Mentoring colleagues on contract review, negotiation, and best practices
6. Acting as a primary contact for clients via email and Microsoft Teams
7. Staying informed on legal developments to ensure practices remain relevant
8. Providing ad hoc support to clients and colleagues to achieve shared goals

The Successful Applicant

Ideal candidates will have:

• A legal qualification or substantial experience in commercial/contracts roles
• 5+ years of experience with commercial contracts, especially B2B and international
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to balance legal, commercial, and client needs
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with enthusiasm for mentoring
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Meticulous attention to detail and ability to manage priorities
• A collaborative approach and willingness to support clients and colleagues

What's on Offer

• The chance to work for a leading company in the technology and telecoms sector
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to influence the company's legal processes

Additional benefits include:

• Market-leading annual performance bonus
• Excellent pension scheme with up to 10% company match
• Private health and dental insurance
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays (6 flexible, 2 fixed), salary sacrifice benefits, and more

If you are an ambitious, dedicated professional thriving in a fast-paced environment, this Client Contracts Advisor role is an excellent opportunity. Apply today!