Contracts Negotiator and Manager

5 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hachette UK Full time
Senior Contracts Manager Opportunity

Hachette UK, a leading publisher, is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Manager to join their team. This exciting role will be based in London and involves working closely with various teams to ensure the smooth negotiation and drafting of contracts.

About the Role:

  • The successful candidate will work as part of the HUK Contracts Senior Team and report directly to the Director for Contracts & Business Affairs.
  • Key responsibilities include drafting and negotiating contracts, advising editorial and publishing teams on contractual elements of acquisitions, and handling internal and external contract queries.
  • The ideal candidate will have proven experience in contracts (or business affairs/legal) in the publishing, media or entertainment sectors and possess advanced drafting skills.

Requirements:

  • Proven track record in contract management and negotiation.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong understanding of copyright and contract law.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary: £47,000 - £51,000 per annum.
  • 28 days annual leave per year, increasing to 29 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' (+ bank holidays).
  • Private medical insurance.
  • Generous pension scheme.
  • Rent deposit loans.
  • Community days.
  • Retail discounts through Hachette rewards.
  • Cycle to Work scheme.
  • Eye care vouchers.
  • Wide-ranging training library.
  • Development programmes.
  • Up to 70% off book purchases.

About Us:

Hachette UK is a creative powerhouse and the UK's second-largest book publishing group. Our mission is to make it easy for everyone to discover new worlds of ideas, learning, entertainment, and opportunity.



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