Commercial Contracts Manager in Leeds

Ready to Lead Our Commercial Contracts Function? SBFM Limited is one of the UK's leading Facilities Management Services providers, operating across the length and breadth of the country with a team of over 5,000 people. We are growing fast, and we are looking for a talented Commercial Contracts Manager to join our team and take ownership of the drafting, review, negotiation and management of our commercial contracts and supplier/customer agreements. This is a rare opportunity to be genuinely impactful — not just another role, but a chance to build, develop, and own the commercial contracts function at the heart of a thriving business.

The Role

Reporting directly to our Chief Legal & Risk Officer, you will be at the centre of our commercial operations, leading the end-to-end management of the company's commercial contracts and acting as a trusted strategic partner to the business. You will play a key part in our continued growth — drafting and negotiating high-value contracts, managing contract risk, and working hand-in-hand with colleagues across every part of the organisation. This is a stand-alone role, so we are looking for someone who is confident, resourceful, and ready to take ownership from day one.

Where You Will Work

We offer a flexible working arrangement, which can be hybrid or remote giving you the best of both worlds. You will also have access to our vibrant, newly refurbished Leeds office (LS15). We are open to discussing part-time arrangements for the right candidate.

What You Will Do

• End-to-End Contract Lifecycle Management — draft, review, negotiate and administer a broad range of commercial contracts, including supplier, customer and procurement agreements, to support and protect the business;
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration — work closely with Finance, Procurement, Operations and Sales to achieve the best commercial and contractual outcomes;
• Contracts Database & Compliance — maintain the contracts database/register, tracking key dates, renewals, obligations and ensuring compliance with contractual commitments;
• Tender & Bid Support — support tender and bid processes by preparing, reviewing and managing contractual documentation;
• Contract Risk Management — identify and manage contract risk, escalating legal issues to the legal team or external counsel where appropriate;
• Process Improvement — develop and improve contract templates, processes, playbooks and standard terms to drive efficiency and consistency;
• External Stakeholder Management — coordinate with external legal advisors, suppliers, customers and other third parties as required.

What We Are Looking For

• Demonstrable experience in commercial contracts management, whether in-house, within a procurement function, or in a comparable operational environment;
• Strong contract drafting, review and negotiation skills with a proven track record of managing high-value commercial agreements;
• Experience in, or a strong interest in, facilities management, contract services, or a comparable fast-paced operational environment;
• Commercial acumen and a proactive, self-motivated approach with an excellent eye for detail — methodical, organised, and able to work autonomously;
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a confident and approachable manner and a genuine 'can do' attitude;
• Strong client focus and a passion for delivering results at pace;
• A legal qualification (e.g. solicitor, paralegal, or contracts/commercial law background) is desirable but not essential;
• A full, clean driving licence and the willingness to travel to client sites across the UK as required.

In Return You Will Receive

• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Newly refurbished modern office environment with free parking
• Pension Scheme
• Access to training and development
• Access to internal mentoring scheme for career development
• Regular Company social events

Our Values

Everything we do at SBFM is guided by four core values. We are proud of who we are, and we want our next Legal Counsel to be proud of it too.

• Be a Good Person — We give people opportunities and embrace their inherent goodness. We are open-minded and uphold integrity. We are respectful, considerate, kind, and appreciative.
• Play as a Team — Community and communication are everything. We remain inclusive within our company and with our clients. Together, we grow, retain, execute, and make an impact. We are one team.
• Think Differently — We encourage a growth mindset — everything can be improved through effort. We love innovation and ideas. We are disruptors, and we push boundaries for sustainable growth.
• Make an Impact — It is all about the ultimate goal. We exceed expectations and deliver results at pace. We challenge the norm and step out of our comfort zone, because at our core, we are passionate and love to win.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you are looking for a role where your employment law skills will genuinely move the dial — where you will be heard, valued, and empowered to make a real difference — we want to hear from you. Apply today and accelerate your commercial contracts career with SBFM.