Senior Contracts Manager

Ramboll; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Contracts Advisor to join their Transport UK & Ireland department. This role involves negotiating and drafting contracts to ensure sustainable solutions while collaborating with diverse project teams. The ideal candidate will have a legal background, particularly in engineering or construction, and will thrive in a supportive, innovative environment. With a commitment to employee development and a flexible work culture, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful projects that benefit society and the environment. If you are passionate about creating sustainable change, this role is for you.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Matched pension contributions

Private medical cover

Life assurance

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Legal qualifications with relevant experience in engineering/construction.
• Prior contract experience in consultancy or engineering.
• Proven experience in contract drafting and redlining.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts and communicate potential legal implications.
• Negotiate and draft documentation to mitigate risks.
• Support project teams on administering contracts.

Skills

Contract Drafting

Legal Analysis

Negotiation

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

LLB or equivalent

Tools

PowerPoint

Job description

Are you excited about understanding, interpreting, and navigating complex policy issues? Are you motivated by creating sustainable change that benefits society and nature? Are you a curious and open-minded person?

If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Transport UK & Ireland department as our new Senior Contracts Advisor and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

As our new Senior Contracts Advisor, you will negotiate, review, and draft documentation for the UK and Ireland Transport business to mitigate and amend current draft contracts to reduce risk. You will be part of our Transport UK & Ireland department, where you will collaborate closely with project teams and the commercial team.

You will work in a lively, innovative, and supportive environment. Working at our London office, you will have the opportunity to engage in diverse projects, contributing to sustainable solutions and contract administration. Our team values celebrating milestones and fostering strong working relationships across our offices.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Reviewing contracts and other legal documents, identifying and communicating potential legal implications Negotiating, reviewing, and drafting documentation to mitigate risks in current contracts
• Providing legal information, conducting training, and communicating relevant Ramboll policies and procedures to the commercial teams
• Supporting project teams on administering contracts and advising on legal implications
• Adhering to Ramboll's internal policies and governance

About you

• Legal qualifications (LLB or equivalent) with relevant experience in engineering/construction
• Prior contract experience within a consultancy or engineering company in construction, environmental, or infrastructure industry
• Proven experience in contract drafting and redlining contracts
• Excellent communication and drafting skills · Ability to create and deliver PowerPoint presentations
• Strong self-learning and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse cultures and interact with all organizational levels
• Ability to apply a commercial and pragmatic approach when advising on contracts

What we can offer you

• Commitment to your development
• Leaders guided by our Leadership Principles
• A culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are
• Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company
• Flexible work environment
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Matched pension contributions
• Private medical cover and life assurance

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application with your up-to-date CV. We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply.

Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

Work at the heart of sustainable change with Ramboll in the United Kingdom and Ireland

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll in the United Kingdom and Ireland has a proven track record of sustainable and responsible business and is a top ten engineering and environmental and sustainability consultancy in the UK, with more than 1,500 employees across 16 offices. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health, and Energy. In 2024, Ramboll was included in the Sunday Times’ list of Best Places to Work.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. As a company, Ramboll recognises the importance of having a good work/life balance, both in terms of individual well-being and its positive impact with respect to the engagement and retention of our employees. We aim to support all employees to achieve a work/life balance which enables them to work in a supported manner while having the time to achieve personal aspects of their life outside of work. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, Ramboll ensures opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at [e-mail] with such requests.

Additional Information

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