Inhouse Solicitor - Legal Contracts Manager
Law Staff Ltd
Milton Keynes, GB
Legal Contracts Manager\n\nLaw Staff is delighted to be assisting a respected and renown 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. Whilst ensuring efficient, accurate, and legally robust contract management whilst overseeing and mentoring the Team that supports the organisation's commercial objectives.\n\nExperience and Qualifications Background:\n\nMust be a Qualified Solicitor or CILEx with at least 5 years PQE\nMinimum of 3 years Managerial experience within a Legal capacity\nExtensive knowledge of reviewing and drafting complex Commercial Contracts\nAdvanced proficiency in contract management software\nExpert knowledge of relevant legal technologies\nStrong Microsoft Office and document management system skills Exceptional negotiation skills\nStrategic problem-solving\nExcellent written and verbal communication\nMeticulous attention to detail\nStrong leadership and coaching abilities\nAdaptability in fast-changing business environments\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nContract Review & Drafting\n\nComprehensively review, draft, and negotiate diverse commercial contracts including:\nNon-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)\nSupply Agreements\nService Agreements\nPartnership Agreements\nSoftware as a Service (SaaS) Contracts\nEnsure contracts:\nAre legally sound\nMitigate organisationalrisk\nAlign with strategic and operational goals\nProvide expert legal interpretation of contract terms\nIdentify and strategically mitigate legal risks\nMaintain strict compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policiesTeam Management\n\nLead and develop a high-performing contracts legal team\nProvide continuous professional guidance and support\nManage team workloads and priorities\nFoster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development\nCollaborate closely with the Data Protection Team and Stakeholders/ Board Member to enhance operational efficiencyStakeholder Collaboration\n\nServe as principal legal business partner to internal stakeholders\nProvide strategic legal advice supporting commercial objectives\nWork collaboratively across procurement, management, and business units\nProtect and advance business interests through proactive legal counselTraining and Development of the Team\n\nDevelop and deliver comprehensive contract management training\nCreate best practice guidelines for contract management\nEncourage knowledge sharing within the legal team\nSupport continuous learning and professional growth initiativesIn return for your commitment and hard work you will be rewarded with:\n\nExcellent Salary package of up to £80K DOE\nImpressive Benefits package including Pension, BUPA and Wellness options\nProfessional development and upskilling opportunities\n3 days WFH hybrid & flexible work arrangements\nCollaborative and innovative organisational culture\nPLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.\nIn accordance with (url removed) \nFor more information on this and other vacancies please contact Natasha Kirkby FREC dipRP quoting Ref: 36944