Legal Contracts Advisor

Adecco Portugal; Hoddesdon; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym membership

Discretionary annual bonus

Birthday day off

Job summary

Our client, a dynamic organisation in the Construction & Real Estate sector, is hiring a Legal Contracts Advisor for a permanent, part-time role in Hoddesdon with hybrid working after probation. You will evaluate and negotiate contracts with clients and suppliers, track review stages in a CRM, and prepare documents to be signed by stakeholders.

A law degree is essential; construction experience is advantageous, and strong communication, proofreading, and MS Office skills are required.

Qualifications

• A law degree is essential.
• Experience in the construction industry is advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in proofreading and touch-typing.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office.
• Collaborative spirit, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and negotiate contractual agreements with clients and suppliers before relationships begin.
• Record and track review stages and status of contracts through a CRM system until sign-off.
• Conduct contract reviews and negotiations with track changes and comments for audit trails.
• Ensure compliance with company policy requirements for all approved suppliers.
• Communicate contractual obligations to Project Consultants and Project Management teams.
• File all client and supplier contract documents in a centralised Information Management System.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to prepare and finalise contracts for signature.
• Liaise with the legal team for guidance and escalation when necessary.
• Coordinate with the Insurance Broker regarding coverage information and collateral reviews.
• Work with senior management to resolve disputes or complaints with clients or suppliers.
• Manage completion and submission of PQQs to maintain client presence on supply chains.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proofreading

Touch typing

Microsoft Office

Independent initiative

Education

Law degree

Tools

CRM system

Documentation system

Job description

Our client, a dynamic and rapidly growing organisation in the Construction & Real Estate sector, is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Legal Contracts Advisor. This permanent role is based in Hoddesdon and presents an exciting opportunity for a skilled Contracts Negotiator to make a significant impact within the Finance and Business Management Department. Our client is offering a flexible work pattern of 20 - 25 hours per week with hybrid working after probation.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Legal Contracts Advisor, you will play a vital role in the organisation by:

• Evaluating and negotiating contractual agreements with clients and suppliers to ensure optimal terms before any contractual relationship begins.
• Recording and tracking the review stages and status of all client and supplier contracts through a CRM system and Approved Supplier Log until final sign-off is achieved.
• Conducting thorough reviews and negotiations of contracts, utilising track changes and comments to maintain an accurate audit trail.
• Ensuring compliance with company policy requirements for all approved suppliers.
• Communicating commercial and operational contractual obligations to Project Consultants and Project Management teams for seamless project execution.
• Filing all documentation related to client and supplier contracts in a centralised Information Management System.
• Collaborating with key internal stakeholders and clients to prepare and finalise contracts, ensuring all documents are ready for signature.
• Liaising with the legal team for guidance and escalation when necessary.
• Coordinating with the Insurance Broker regarding coverage information and collateral warranty reviews as required.
• Working closely with senior management to resolve any disputes or complaints that may arise with clients or suppliers.
• Managing the completion and submission of Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQ's) to maintain the organisation's presence on existing client supply chains.

Key Qualifications and Skills:

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A law degree is essential.
• Experience in the construction industry is advantageous.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a methodical approach to tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in proof-reading and touch-typing.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office.
• A collaborative spirit, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.

Additional Benefits:

Our client values their employees and offers a competitive benefits package, which includes:

• Gym membership
• Discretionary annual bonus
• A special day off for your birthday

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to an innovative and forward-thinking organisation. The role promises to be both challenging and rewarding, allowing you to grow professionally while working within a supportive team environment.

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals.