Contract Analyst I in Leeds

Fortrea is looking for a Contracts Analyst I to join our Clinical Pharmacology Services team. The role supports the accurate and timely execution of commercial agreements in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment. It focuses on contract development, coordination, documentation, and quality control for low‑ to medium‑complexity projects. There is no ownership of revenue or budgets, but the role ensures contracts are executed correctly, on schedule, and aligned with Fortrea policies and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review contracts for low to medium complexity projects and see through to execution (including ISAs, IPAs, WSCs, budgets if required).
• Lead the coordination for all assigned agreements with moderate to high management support.
• Develop and apply a working knowledge of the Fortrea business units to ensure proper contract terms for all types of studies.
• Generate cash flow analysis and payment schedules with high level of management support for the above agreements in accordance with Contract Management guidelines for review by senior members of the department.
• Follow up on outstanding contract issues for resolution to meet internal and external deadlines and minimize business and legal risk.
• Work cross‑functionally with Contract Analysts, Client Services, Finance, Pricing and Sales to resolve contract issues in a timely manner.
• Assist Analysts and SMEs with periodic client follow‑up for contract documentation.
• Assist in managing overall contract processes and client relationships.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives intended to improve global delivery of contracts.
• Adhere to Contract Management policies and processes and ensure Sarbanes‑Oxley compliance from a contracting perspective.
• Perform accurate data entry into SFDC, Apttus, CMS and/or other tools required for reporting.
• Provide accurate updates on all outstanding contractual documents to management as required through required systems or tracking mechanisms.
• Participate in project review meetings as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications (Minimum Required)

• BA or BS in business or life sciences (or equivalent experience). Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements.
• English oral, writing, and reading language skills.
• Pharmaceutical or CRO industry experience with contract management experience (or equivalent) is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, multi‑task and prioritize.
• Demonstrated teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Excel and Word (intermediate).
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and excellent customer service skills with attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work independently in a high‑volume, fast‑paced environment.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Flexibility to participate in meetings across various time zones outside core working hours.
• Occasionally working extended hours to adhere to client deliverable timelines.
• May be required to attend client meetings off‑site as directed by management.
• Travel up to 5% as required (Regional).