1. Lead customer contract strategy in life‑sciences
2. Hybrid Nottingham role with great growth potential
About Our Client
This role is with a forward‑thinking, award‑winning life‑sciences business based in Nottingham with a truly global footprint, supporting drug‑discovery clients across pharma, biotech and non‑profit sectors. The business is known for its collaborative, inclusive culture, ambitious science and strong commitment to employee development, backed by structured training programmes and clear career progression.
Job Description
The Contracts Manager will be:
3. Negotiating, drafting and managing customer contracts to support commercial objectives and mitigate risks.
4. Building stakeholder relationships across internal teams (Sales, Marketing, Legal) and external clients to align on contract delivery.
5. Leading improvements in contract templates, SLAs, SOPs and process workflows.
6. Advising wider teams on contract scope and obligations, delivering contract awareness training as needed.
7. Supporting post‑contract lifecycle management and ensuring full compliance with organisational policies and IP protocols.
The Successful Applicant
The Contracts Manager should be:
8. A solicitor or equivalent with 2+ years experience (or equivalent experience in commercial contract roles).
9. Experienced in drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements, ideally in regulated sectors (pharma, biotech, life‑sciences).
10. Skilled in stakeholder management with commercial acumen and attention to detail.
11. Knowledgeable about SLAs, SOPs, IP processes and risk mitigation.
What's on Offer
On offer for the successful candidate is:
12. A competitive salary (£40,000-£45,000)
13. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
14. Private Medical insurance
15. Career progression
If you're an experienced Contracts Manager, apply now or contact Sam Muller for more information.