Strategic Legal Contracts & Governance Officer

Loughborough College Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the United Kingdom is looking for a Contracts & Governance Officer to join their Governance & Legal Services department. This role involves routine legal work, including drafting contracts across various domains and providing governance support. The ideal candidate will have a law degree and two years of legal experience along with strong communication skills. Benefits include on-site parking, healthcare access, and generous leave policies. A diverse and inclusive workplace is ensured.

Benefits

On-site parking

Access to healthcare scheme

Subsidised nursery fees

Up to 25 days annual leave per year

Additional annual leave available

Generous Maternity/Paternity pay

Fantastic CPD and inclusive resources for development

Opportunities for volunteering within local community and charities

Qualifications

• Law degree (or GDL) and at least two years’ experience of legal work, including contract drafting.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
• Capability to work closely with staff at all levels of the College.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review legal contracts across various domains (commercial, HE, international, apprenticeship).
• Clerking governor meetings and supporting governance processes.
• Assist with data protection compliance, complaints handling and appeal processes.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Law degree or GDL

Job description

An educational institution in the United Kingdom is looking for a Contracts & Governance Officer to join their Governance & Legal Services department. This role involves routine legal work, including drafting contracts across various domains and providing governance support. The ideal candidate will have a law degree and two years of legal experience along with strong communication skills. Benefits include on-site parking, healthcare access, and generous leave policies. A diverse and inclusive workplace is ensured.