Contract Specialist

7 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom University of Bristol Full time
About the Role

The University of Bristol's Consultancy Services is seeking a highly skilled Contract Specialist to join our innovative and collaborative team. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in supporting and safeguarding our world-leading researchers in their engagement with global external collaborators.

The Consultancy Services team focuses on delivering high-quality consultancy projects across various sectors, including financial services, veterinary medicine, healthcare, cyber security, and policymaking. As a Contract Specialist, you will work closely with researchers and professional services colleagues to support negotiations, review and comment on terms and conditions, and draft consultancy contracts.

This is a full-time position with options for hybrid working. You will be based in Bristol and will need to be on campus during some of the week.

Key Responsibilities
  • Advise internal and external partners on the University's consultancy services process and procedures.
  • Use models and templates to negotiate terms and conditions, including price and intellectual property arrangements.
  • Draft consultancy contracts on University templates using information gathered through liaison with contracting parties.
  • Review amendments to University standard templates and provide initial analysis on whether these are within the University's usual negotiating position.
  • Liaise with University of Bristol professional services teams to progress contract development to timely completion.
  • Answer queries from academics and external parties on the progress of their consultancy projects.
  • Support the development and improvement of processes and procedures for consultancy to improve operational efficiency and quality of service provision.
  • Maintain accurate records for Consultancy Services.
Requirements
  • Experience in business and administrative support with relevant experience of contract law.
  • Proficiency in legal contract structure, terminology, and practice gained through working with such documents.
  • Experience in the drafting and negotiation of contract terms.
  • Clear understanding of the need and practice of customer focus and relationship development.
  • Well-developed analytical capabilities and ability to interpret complex information.
  • Good understanding and appreciation of industrial and academic cultures and environments.
  • Confidence as an organised self-starter who works well in fast-paced environments, who responds well to shifting priorities.

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