Junior Contracts Manager

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

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Junior Contracts Manager - Oxfordshire

This exciting new role is for a Junior Contract Manager to join the dynamic Finance and Commercial Team. This position is integral to the team, focusing primarily on contract management and support.

You will assist in ensuring that contracting is performed efficiently and effectively, supporting the commercial business partners and protecting its commercial interests.

Our client works collaboratively with other 3rd parties, and the Contract Manager will need to ensure the ease and flow of business while navigating contracts and fostering good internal and external relationships.

This role requires a blend of attention to detail whilst being able to navigate and appropriately consider risk, contributing to the overall success of our commercial function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contract Management: Assist in managing all aspects of client contracts from initiation to completion, ensuring timely and efficient execution.
• Risk Assessment: Support the review and assessment of potential risks arising from contracts and statements of work, bringing these to the attention of senior team members.
• Contract Drafting: Help draft contracts and set up deals with clients, demonstrating flexibility and openness to various negotiation aspects.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with stakeholders, explaining the rationale behind contractual decisions and fostering strong relationships.
• Compliance and Governance: Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and maintain robust governance practices within the commercial function.
• Business Integration: Work closely with the wider finance & commercial team to support a cohesive commercial function that drives the business forward.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and assist in implementing changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Person Requirements:

You will require at least 1-2 years of practical contracts experience to assist in delivering value from an early stage. This is a fast-moving and high-energy organisation offering high levels of variety and challenge.

Client Overview:

Our client partners with 3rd parties for strategic delivery across the public and private sectors, unlocking complexity to create meaningful and lasting impact. A rich history shaped and delivered programmes across over 100 public sector organisations, multiple defence and infrastructure organisations, and leading retail and manufacturing supply chains.

This work has delivered real and lasting impact, including better value offerings for consumers, over £1.5 billion savings on a defence programme, and over £800m savings in the public sector while also improving outcomes for thousands of people.

An organisation that identifies itself as uniquely exceptional, fuelled by the intellectual and practical brilliance of its people.

2 days office-based would be ideal. A car will be required to reach the office location.