Expert Contract Negotiator

2 days ago


Twickenham, United Kingdom LGC Group Full time
About the Role

The LGC Group is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join our team. As a key member of our Intellectual Property Unit, you will play a vital role in shaping and supporting the development of our infrastructure and program contracts.

This exciting opportunity requires a highly skilled professional with expertise in drafting and negotiating research contracts, including research funding and collaboration agreements. You will be responsible for providing specialist contractual advice to our internal stakeholders across the three coordinating centres.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Providing expert guidance on NIHR template agreements, charity co-funding agreements, and contractor collaboration agreements.
  • Supporting the rollout of new contractual terms across the organisation.
  • Developing and implementing best practice and smooth processes within the IP Unit.
  • Liaising with NIHR programme teams on contractual issues and ensuring that all contracts follow correct procedures for sign-off.

To succeed in this role, you will possess excellent negotiation skills, strong interpersonal abilities, and the ability to explain complex contractual terms to a lay audience. Experience of IP management and commercialisation is also desirable.

Qualifications and Skills
  • Experience of drafting and negotiating research contracts, including research funding and collaboration agreements.
  • Familiarity with the research funding landscape in the UK, including government policies relating to research.
  • Awareness of legislation affecting research contracts, including subsidy control and UK GDPR.
Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of £47,300 to £49,900 per year, bonus opportunities, and a range of benefits, including enhanced contributory pension scheme, life insurance, and Benenden Healthcare.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect to work in a dynamic and supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.



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