We are looking for a Contracts Officer to support the administration and delivery of contracts and commercial activities. Working under guidance, you will assist with proposals, contract execution and ongoing contract management to ensure business and customer objectives are met in line with company policy. This is a temporary position until December 2026 with the possibility of extension.
Key Responsibilities:
Draft and support contracts, agreements and internal approvals
Support customer proposals and contract amendments
Execute commercial aspects of assigned contracts
Monitor and report on contract obligations, deliverables and cash flow
Identify and resolve contract issues and provide commercial advice
Support contract risk and opportunity management
Build effective working relationships with internal and external customers
Support customer negotiations and reviews within delegated authority
Contribute to business improvement initiatives
Support and mentor trainees or new starters when required
Comply with Health, Safety, Environmental and ethical standardsEssential Skills & Experience:
Working knowledge of contracts and key commercial terms (pricing, payment)
Understanding of costing and pricing processes
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SAP
Ability to prioritise workload in a hybrid working environment
Degree-qualified in a relevant subject or equivalent commercial experience
Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Business for this vacancy