Head of Contracts

Reveal Media; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is seeking a Head of Contracts to oversee all aspects of contract negotiations and compliance. This role requires a bachelor's degree in Commercial Law, Finance, or Business Management, along with at least 5 years' PQE. The ideal candidate should exhibit strong leadership, excellent organizational and communication skills, and a high attention to detail. This position is vital for ensuring contracts align with commercial objectives while managing legal risks and compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' PQE with confidence operating as sole counsel.
• Ability to use initiative and make decisions under pressure.
• Strong leader with pragmatic and creative problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of contract negotiations and implementation.
• Review customer contract terms and highlight non-standard clauses.
• Lead contract negotiations with customers, suppliers, and partners.
• Manage subcontractor and vendor relationships.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Time management

Leadership

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commercial Law, Finance or Business Management

Job description

The Head of Contracts is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Reveal's contract negotiations, obligations, and implementation. This role ensures that contractual activities align with the company's commercial objectives while effectively managing risk and compliance.

• Reviewing customer contract terms and conditions to balance risk with commercial objectives. Provide a summary to management of the terms that exceed Reveal's provision and highlighting non-standard contract terms.
• Reviewing invitations to tender, preparing and submitting required responses to tender deadlines.
• Analysing tender requirements, duties and obligations to ensure alignment with Reveal's capabilities and service offerings.
• Drafting, reviewing and updating standard contractual documents, including terms of sale, NDAs, MOUs, partnership agreements and distribution agreements.
• Managing or helping to manage subcontractor and vendor relationships. Reviewing subcontract and third party agreements as required by the business.
• Assessing commercial aspects of new contractual activity to identify associated risks and benefits.
• Leading contract negotiations with customers, suppliers and partners.
• Sourcing, engaging and managing the provision of external legal and privacy advice relating to other jurisdictions, as agreed by the business.
• Analysing both new and existing contracts with customers, suppliers, and partners to ensure that content is commercially and legally sound and maximises commercial benefits to the business.
• Obtaining approval for non-standard terms.
• Developing, delivering and maintaining effective commercial methods, processes and operational procedures to ensure contracts are managed in line with internal and external compliance standards, including ISO and GDPR and other applicable laws.
• Ensuring legal documents move smoothly and quickly from drafting/receipt, through collaboration and negotiation, to signature.
• Monitoring the implementation and performance of signed contracts.
• Preparation of contracts for suppliers/contract manufacturers.
• Ensure signed contracts and other legal agreements and documents are stored securely in One Drive.
• Acting as Data Protection Officer for the Company, to include provision of data protection guidance and training to the business, annual reviewing and updating the privacy policy and data protection policy.
• Supervising the Bid Manager, including day to day management, task assignment, coaching and performance assessments.

Essential

• Bachelor's degree in Commercial Law, Finance or Business Management.
• A minimum of 5 years' PQE, with confidence operating as sole counsel.
• Ability to use initiative and make decisions under pressure.
• Excellent organisational skills to plan and use people and resources to ensure deadlines are met.
• Ability to self‑organise and prioritise as required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form.
• Exceptional time management skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong leader.
• Pragmatic, creative and solution‑focused.

Desirable

• CCM qualification (IACCM / World Commerce and Contracting).
• Knowledge of public sector contracts and government frameworks.
• Experience with software‑as‑a‑service (SaaS) and managed services contracts.
• Expert knowledge of data protection law and practices.

At Reveal, passion meets purpose. Our body‑worn video solutions are more than just technology; they're a testament to our commitment to safety, innovation and change. Rooted in the UK, we've become a trusted ally for many police forces, local authorities, retailers and private organisations; helping to pioneer and drive the application of body‑worn video in settings and geographies where we can see exciting potential. With an influence now spanning over 40 countries, our mission to make a positive impact continues to gain momentum.