Join Our Team as a Contracts Manager! Are you ready to make a difference in the world of education? We are seeking a dynamic and skilled Contracts Manager to join our vibrant team for a temporary position based in Reading. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where your expertise will help support researchers and drive innovation! Position Details: Contract Type: Temporary (3 months) Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Pay Rate: £25.04 per hour Work Arrangement: Hybrid (2 days in the office, 3 days remote) Key Responsibilities: As a Contracts Manager, you will play a vital role in the negotiation and management of a portfolio of research-related contracts. Your responsibilities will include: Contracts Negotiation: - draught, negotiate, review, and authorise various research agreements.- Ensure compliance with the University's financial and governance regulations.- Advocate for the best interests of the University and research colleagues, maximising academic impact and income potential. Portfolio Management: - Facilitate timely contract negotiations to ensure prompt project launches.- Provide regular updates to senior managers on contract progress and escalate issues as necessary.- Maintain project management systems and provide management information on contract activity.- Collaborate with team members to share workload effectively.What We're Looking For: Prove...