Global Contract Management Lead

British Council; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/flexible/remote working

32 days annual leave

Civil service pension scheme

Job summary

The British Council is seeking an experienced contract management professional to join the in-house Contract Management team. You will provide expert consultancy on contracting matters, support global programmes, and mitigate contractual risk while guiding internal customers across education, culture and the arts.

The role requires advanced understanding of liabilities, indemnities, data protection, IP and commercial contracting principles, plus familiarity with UK and EU procurement

Qualifications

• Knowledge of contract management consultancy and related legal areas.
• Experience in managing internal consultancy for stakeholders.
• Understanding of UK/EU procurement legislation for goods and services.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert contract management consultancy to internal customers globally.
• Develop and implement a global contract management support function.
• Analyse complex contractual issues and offer clear practical advice.
• Manage client documents and support contract approval processes.

Skills

Contract management consultancy

Stakeholder management

Legal knowledge

English proficiency

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent

Job description

The British Council is seeking an experienced contract management professional to join the in-house Contract Management team. You will provide expert consultancy on contracting matters, support global programmes, and mitigate contractual risk while guiding internal customers across education, culture and the arts.

The role requires advanced understanding of liabilities, indemnities, data protection, IP and commercial contracting principles, plus familiarity with UK and EU procurement