Contracts Administrator

2 weeks ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team in the Cambridge Research Office as a Contracts Administrator.

The University's research projects generate annual income of over £400m per annum, and our teams are responsible for providing expert advice and guidance, and administering external research funding, for academics and Departments, including contractual compliance and negotiation of research contracts.

This role is being created to assist the current team of Contracts Administrators during the implementation of the Transforming Research Support programme and provides an excellent opportunity to develop a career in the area of research administration.

Your key responsibilities will be:

The administration of all types of research contracts on behalf of the University within the established service standards set down by the Cambridge Research Office (CRO). The post-holder will liaise with sponsors and departments during contract negotiation, track workflow by accurate use of databases, produce status reports, and maintain momentum across all activities.

Assisting the Senior Contracts Managers, Contracts Managers, Contract Specialists in developing and maintaining good working relationships with academic departments, administrative colleagues, other Universities and external sponsors in order to provide the highest level of service to the research activities of the University of Cambridge.

You will be able to demonstrate excellent communications, organisational and numeracy skills and a positive customer oriented approach. The team works in a busy office environment, so you must be able to prioritise and work to tight deadlines. Proficiency in using Windows based packages and readiness to learn new software are is essential, as is attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Knowledge of DocuSign, PowerBI, access databases and/or WorkTribe would be an advantage but not essential.

Additional information can be found in the further particulars document. Your application should clearly set out how you meet the criteria listed in the person specification (the skills and experience required for the role) along with relevant examples. Candidates will be shortlisted based on these criteria.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 31 July 2025.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click on the Apply button above.

If you have questions about the application process, contact

Please quote reference EW38755 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

£29,605 to £33,966 per annum, pro rata



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