Inhouse Solicitor - Legal Contracts Manager

Law Staff Legal Recruitment Ltd; Greater London, Longstanton, Milton Keynes, Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Legal Contracts Manager to lead a dynamic team in managing commercial contracts. This role is pivotal in ensuring that contracts are legally robust and align with the organization's strategic goals. You will mentor a team of legal professionals, providing guidance and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The position offers a competitive salary and impressive benefits, including flexible work arrangements and professional development opportunities. If you are a qualified solicitor with strong leadership skills and a passion for contract management, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Excellent Salary package

Pension

BUPA

Wellness options

Professional development opportunities

3 days WFH hybrid

Flexible work arrangements

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Must have at least 5 years PQE and managerial experience in a legal capacity.
• Expertise in reviewing and drafting complex commercial contracts is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a commercial contracts legal team, ensuring efficient contract management.
• Lead contract reviews, drafting, and negotiations for diverse commercial contracts.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Strategic Problem-Solving

Written and Verbal Communication

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEx

5 years PQE

Managerial Experience

Tools

Contract Management Software

Microsoft Office

Document Management Systems

Legal Technologies

Job description

Legal Contracts Manager
Law Staff is delighted to be assisting a respected and renowned Regulatory Organisation who are seeking a Legal Contracts Manager. You will be a key strategic leader responsible for overseeing a dynamic commercial contracts legal team of 5, ensuring efficient, accurate, and legally robust contract management while mentoring the team that supports the organisation's commercial objectives.

Experience and Qualifications Background:

• Must be a Qualified Solicitor or CILEx with at least 5 years PQE
• Minimum of 3 years Managerial experience within a Legal capacity
• Extensive knowledge of reviewing and drafting complex Commercial Contracts
• Advanced proficiency in contract management software
• Expert knowledge of relevant legal technologies
• Strong Microsoft Office and document management system skills
• Exceptional negotiation skills
• Strategic problem-solving
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities
• Adaptability in fast-changing business environments

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Review & Drafting

• Comprehensively review, draft, and negotiate diverse commercial contracts including:
  • Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
  • Supply Agreements
  • Service Agreements
  • Partnership Agreements
  • Software as a Service (SaaS) Contracts
• Ensure contracts:
  • Are legally sound
  • Mitigate organisational risk
  • Align with strategic and operational goals
• Provide expert legal interpretation of contract terms
• Identify and strategically mitigate legal risks
• Maintain strict compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies

Team Management

• Lead and develop a high-performing contracts legal team
• Provide continuous professional guidance and support
• Manage team workloads and priorities
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development
• Collaborate closely with the Data Protection Team and Stakeholders/Board Members to enhance operational efficiency

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Serve as principal legal business partner to internal stakeholders
• Provide strategic legal advice supporting commercial objectives
• Work collaboratively across procurement, management, and business units
• Protect and advance business interests through proactive legal counsel

Training and Development of the Team

• Develop and deliver comprehensive contract management training
• Create best practice guidelines for contract management
• Encourage knowledge sharing within the legal team
• Support continuous learning and professional growth initiatives

In return for your commitment and hard work you will be rewarded with:

• Excellent Salary package of up to £80K DOE
• Impressive Benefits package including Pension, BUPA and Wellness options
• Professional development and upskilling opportunities
• 3 days WFH hybrid & flexible work arrangements
• Collaborative and innovative organisational culture