Contracts Manager (Specialist) - 9-Month FTC Mat Cover at BIP Consulting

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jul, 26

Salary

50000.0

Posted On

08 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Contract drafting, Contract negotiation, Commercial risk management, Stakeholder management, Legal compliance, Contract lifecycle management, Risk mitigation, Consultancy, Project management, Communication skills, Attention to detail, Problem solving, Governance, Regulatory standards, Supplier agreements, Client agreements

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

* Job Title: Contracts Manager (Specialist) - (9-Month FTC) * Location: London (Hybrid – 2-3 days per week on-site) * Employment Type: Fixed-Term Contract (9 months) * Employment Level: Specialist * Salary FTC: £50,000 About BIP UK At BIP, we are a leading international consultancy that combines strategic thinking with tangible results. We partner with organisations to deliver transformation, innovation, and long-lasting value. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our values — We Dare to Think and Act Differently, We Create Long Lasting Value, We are Creators of our Own Future, and Together we go Further — we empower our teams to build meaningful careers while delivering impact for our clients. The Role We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Contracts Manager to join our Legal & Commercial team on a 9-month fixed-term basis. Reporting to the Chief Strategy Officer, you will support the effective management of commercial contracts across the UK business. This role is ideal for a commercially minded contracts professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative consultancy environment. You will play a key role in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of agreements, ensuring they are commercially robust and aligned with BIP’s policies and risk framework. Key Responsibilities * Draft, review, and support the negotiation of a wide range of commercial contracts, including client agreements, supplier contracts, NDAs, and partnership agreements. * Provide clear, practical, and commercially focused advice to internal stakeholders on contractual terms, risks, and obligations. * Support the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including template management, approvals, and record-keeping. * Identify and assess contractual risks, escalating where appropriate and supporting mitigation strategies. * Collaborate with internal teams (e.g. Consulting, Finance, HR, Procurement) to ensure contracts align with business objectives and internal policies. * Support the resolution of contractual queries and low-level disputes, working with senior stakeholders as required. * Ensure all contracts comply with internal governance requirements and relevant legal and regulatory standards. * Contribute to the continuous improvement of contract processes, templates, and best practices. Skills & Experience * Proven experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, ideally in-house or within a professional services environment. * Strong understanding of commercial risk and contract management principles. * Experience working across a variety of contract types, including client and supplier agreements. * Familiarity with public procurement contracts or regulations is advantageous but not essential. * Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively. * Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate legal concepts into clear, practical guidance. * Proactive, organised, and solutions-oriented approach. * Comfortable working independently while collaborating effectively within a team. Why Join BIP UK? * Be part of a global, innovative, and collaborative consultancy. * Work closely with senior leadership and contribute directly to commercial outcomes. * Competitive salary and benefits package. * Opportunity to develop your career within a growing and forward-thinking organisation.

Responsibilities

The Contracts Manager will draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements while providing practical advice to internal stakeholders. They will also manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle and ensure all agreements align with internal governance and risk frameworks.