At a Glance
- Tasks: Oversee procurement contracts from negotiation to management, ensuring compliance and alignment with business needs.
- Company: Winston Taylor, an inclusive transatlantic law firm driving innovation and capital.
- Benefits: Real responsibility, hands-on experience, and personal progression tailored to your goals.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for growth across global markets.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work with leading clients in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in contract management, strong negotiation skills, and understanding of legal frameworks.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
This job is with Winston Taylor, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community.
About us: At Winston Taylor, we set the standard, together. Winston Taylor is a transatlantic law firm built for the businesses, people, and markets driving capital and innovation. Here, you're in the room. In the action. Sleeves rolled up. You'll work with leading clients, disruptors, and fast-growth companies, helping them to stay one step ahead of the moment and make critical decisions that shape their future. We're present in the U.S., U.K., Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, combining the scale and speed that clients demand. You'll be trusted with real responsibility from the outset and build experience through hands-on work. We take your progression personally. We provide the platform. You shape the work around your goals and aspirations. Step into the moments that matter. Join Winston Taylor.
Position summary: This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager to independently oversee procurement-related contracts, from initial diligence through to negotiation and ongoing management. You’ll collaborate across business functions, ensuring supplier agreements align with the firm’s risk appetite, operational needs, and regulatory obligations.
Position responsibilities:
- Lead the review and negotiation of supplier agreements, including IT, SaaS, outsourcing, and professional services contracts.
- Manage the full lifecycle of contracts, including onboarding, renewals, and terminations.
- Partner with stakeholders across Legal, IT, and Data Privacy to ensure agreements meet compliance and security requirements.
- Oversee and enhance the contract management system while tracking key deadlines and supplier obligations.
Experience, skills, and qualifications:
- Strong background in contract management or commercial procurement, ideally within a global organisation.
- Excellent drafting and negotiation skills across a broad range of commercial agreements.
- Solid understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks (e.g. GDPR, data protection, compliance).
- Highly effective communicator with strong stakeholder management and commercial acumen.
Contract Manager employer: Winston Taylor
Winston Taylor is an exceptional employer that champions inclusivity and personal growth, offering a dynamic work environment where you can engage with leading clients and innovative businesses. With a commitment to your professional development, you'll have the opportunity to take on real responsibilities from day one, shaping your career path while collaborating across diverse teams in a transatlantic law firm. Join us in a culture that values your contributions and empowers you to make impactful decisions in a fast-paced, global setting.
