At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage complex contracts and provide expert-level support in contract administration.
- Company: Join a leading organisation with a collaborative and professional environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, mentorship opportunities, and a dynamic work culture.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and leadership development in a hybrid work setting.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by optimising contract processes and collaborating with diverse teams.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in contract administration and strong negotiation skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
The Contracts Administrator III provides expert-level support to the contracts management function, ensuring efficient, compliant, and well-governed contract administration processes across the organization. This role independently manages complex contracts and serves as a key advisor to internal stakeholders, leveraging deep experience in contract law, negotiation, and lifecycle management. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, advanced technical proficiency with contract management systems, and the ability to collaborate across legal, procurement, finance, and business teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Contract Review, Drafting & Negotiation
- Independently review, draft, and negotiate complex contracts, including vendor and supplier agreements, client and service contracts, amendments, renewals, and modifications.
- Ensure contracts align with organizational policies, legal requirements, and risk standards.
- Lead complex contract negotiations and provide strategic guidance on terms and conditions.
- Contract Lifecycle Management
- Oversee the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including contract execution, milestones and deliverables, obligations, renewals, and expirations.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and well-organized contract records and documentation.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with internal controls and legal requirements.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Act as a key liaison between the contracts team and legal, procurement, finance, and business stakeholders.
- Resolve contract-related issues, discrepancies, and compliance concerns.
- Leadership & Process Improvement
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior contracts administrators.
- Contribute to the development and enhancement of contract management systems and databases.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements, best practices, and operational efficiencies.
- Provide strategic insights to leadership regarding contract risk, governance, and optimization.
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in contract administration, contracts management, or a related role.
- Demonstrated expertise in contract law and legal terminology.
- Strong experience managing complex, high-value contracts.
- Proven ability to lead negotiations and manage contract risk.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Technical Skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Experience with contract management systems and databases.
- Strong attention to detail in document management and recordkeeping.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in regulated or enterprise environments.
- Familiarity with procurement, finance, and legal workflows.
- Experience contributing to contract governance frameworks or compliance programs.
Work Environment
- Professional, collaborative office or hybrid environment.
- Frequent interaction with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
Contracts Administrator 3 4P/537 in Birmingham employer: 4P Consulting
As a Contracts Administrator III at our Birmingham or Atlanta location, you will thrive in a professional and collaborative environment that values your expertise and leadership. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for mentorship, and a commitment to employee growth, ensuring you can advance your career while contributing to meaningful contract management processes. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that prioritises compliance, innovation, and strategic collaboration across various business functions.
