Senior Contract Manager

Help us to make a world of difference. Urenco is a global leader in the production of low carbon energy. We work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world. Based at our Capenhurst site to work on Government Projects, you’ll be responsible for the management and execution of the UTD Business Development strategy with primary focus on existing customers, supporting the coordination, alignment and planning of key internal and external governance meetings and maintaining client‑customer relationships in support of existing contracts and/or potential new customers and partners.

At Urenco we’re committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market‑leading training and development experiences, along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry.

What You’ll Do

• Management of principle customer contracts ensuring compliance with contractual obligations (to limit any financial, reputational, legal liabilities).
• Ensure effective management of contractual financial arrangements through robust processes collaborating with the finance teams.
• Support the implementation and improvement of the governance processes to ensure that BD remains compliant with legal and Group obligations.
• Support the implementation of BD strategic projects as required, ensuring effective project management is in place to progress to required timescales.
• Internal and external stakeholder management is effectively managed.

What do you need to thrive in this role?

• Degree or equivalent level qualification.
• Development and management of business to business contracts.
• Prior experience of dealing with Government organisations and Government contracts.
• Knowledge of different contracting models and forms of contract, including NEC.
• Knowledge of project management processes.

What can you expect from us?

• Annual leave starting at 25 days, which increases by one day for every two years of service up to a maximum of 30 days. In addition, you will accrue 13 additional days off to be used flexibly.
• A newly added scheme for buying and selling holiday, up to 5 days.
• A diverse range of family friendly policies, including access to Bright Horizons Back‑Up Care.
• A generous bonus scheme.
• A defined contribution pension scheme; with up to 16% employer’s contribution.
• Single private medical and dental cover.
• Flexible benefits package, including life assurance and income protection.
• Education and training; we support learning and development, with mandatory health and safety courses and tailored training packages.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we are implementing anonymized CV screening. Your CV will be presented without any personal information that could identify you (e.g., name, contact details, age, gender, etc.). This helps us focus on your qualifications and potential, ensuring a fair and unbiased assessment process. As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our talent acquisition team know.

Security vetting

Due to the nature of the industry that Urenco operates in, all personnel regardless of employment status working for Urenco are required to obtain security clearance at the level required for their role. Security clearances are assessed in accordance with regulations and official guidance issued by the relevant competent authorities for national security vetting. In certain circumstances, additional enhanced security clearance considerations apply to roles within Urenco owing to the particular activities that the Urenco Group undertakes in relation to uranium enrichment. Successful candidates will need to satisfy security requirements, and all offers of appointment are made subject to the successful approval of all checks initiated.

Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.