Commercial Contract Manager

2 days ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Document Risk Solutions (DRS) Full time

About Document Risk Solutions (DRS)

We are a leading legal consultancy specialising in commercial contracts relating to derivatives, financing and professional agreements. Our team of experts provides solutions that deliver rapid and efficient negotiation and remediation of document portfolios for banks, asset managers, hedge funds and trading firms across the globe.

Our company is built on a strong foundation of expertise, with approximately 100 members of staff operating from our offices in London and Newcastle. Our market-leading team is led by directors who have extensive legal and industry experience within financial services.

Ambition

Over the next five years, we aim to become the UK's largest provider of outsourced contract management services to the financial services industry.

The Opportunity

You will join DRS as a Legal Consultant; supporting the negotiation of contracts on behalf of your assigned client within one of our dedicated teams. You will work alongside leading industry practitioners, senior lawyers and experienced colleagues in a client-facing role, where you will be exposed to a wide range of financial institutions.

This is an excellent opportunity to progress within your team and have the support of experienced colleagues throughout your learning journey. You will also have the chance to consider a training contract once in the role, if you meet the required criteria.

Vacancies

We currently have vacancies across numerous teams, offering both permanent and fixed-term contracts in our Newcastle office. These positions offer scope to be made permanent thereafter.

Salary: £24,000

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage your workload effectively.
  • Liaise with clients and their counterparties to draft, negotiate, amend and execute commercial contracts such as ISDA agreements, CSAs, GMSLAs, GMRAs, NDAs and Terms of Business.
  • Update negotiation databases and ensure appropriate escalations within the team.
  • Provide information and wider reporting for internal stakeholders and the client.
  • Participate in conference calls and/or face-to-face meetings with clients and counterparties.
  • Stay up-to-date with legal and regulatory developments through research and attending industry events.

Requirements

  • Hold at least a 2:1 Undergraduate degree in Law or equivalent qualification.
  • Demonstrate interest in developing a career in law.
  • Show close attention to detail, strength in organisation and time management.
  • Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Be able to build relationships with stakeholders and clients.
  • Display ability to think creatively and solve problems.

Culture

We pride ourselves on creating an informal working environment with accessible senior management, open-plan offices and a real team approach. We strive to cultivate an inclusive, supportive and innovative team dynamic that prioritises doing the right thing for clients, colleagues and the business.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Perks and discounts
  • Free Mental Health Support
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • 5% Employer Pension Contribution
  • Life insurance
  • Long term sickness insurance
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Training budget

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants, fostering an environment where individuals can thrive free from discrimination or harassment. Return to work and flexible working conversations are encouraged and supported.



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