Senior Contracts Manager - International markets
Chester, North West England (Hybrid: 23 days per week in-office).
Languages
Fluent English is essential. Fluent also in either Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French, Mandarin, or German is preferred but not essential
To support this expansion, they are seeking a Senior Manager to join their international enterprise contract facilitation team.
The Role of the International Senior Contracts Manager
As Senior Manager you will manage the delivery of a contracting capability across international markets (EMEA, APAC, and Canada). Typically this will cover supporting contract review, issue identification, negotiation and escalation management in collaboration with the contract legal support team and other cross-functional stakeholders.
Lead and support the training and development of international Contract Facilitators
Collaborate with the International Director to drive team performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Manage multiple complex contract projects across international markets.
Ensure compliance with legal standards and escalation protocols.
Act as the final escalation point for contract-related queries in the Director's absence.
Communicate contractual terms and risks clearly to internal stakeholders.
Collaborate with CLS and International Legal to keep templates and playbooks current.
Analyze and report on SLAs, KPIs, and performance metrics to support strategic planning.
Fluent English is essential. Fluent also in either Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French, Mandarin, or German is preferred but not essential
Formal legal education (LLB, paralegal certification, etc.) Proven experience in contract redlining and negotiation.
Leadership experience in legal or contracting roles within Pharma/Biotech/CRO.
Expertise in international contracting, including regional nuances (EMEA/APAC/Canada)
Excellent understanding of pharma contracting compliance and policies.
Experience with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) tools; 71,500 to £90,400 + 14% annual bonus + £7,000 car allowance
26 days holiday + bank holidays,Family healthcare cover & life assurance,Attractive company pension scheme, Career development support & funding for professional qualifications