Commercial Contracts Specialist

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Close Brothers Group Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a talented Commercial Contracts Specialist to join our team at Close Brothers. In this role, you will provide advice and support on a broad range of commercial contracts, including supplier agreements, goods and services contracts, and IT services agreements. Your expertise will be essential in assisting with the contracting process, from pre-contracting to in-life contracts and termination.

About the Role

This is a unique opportunity to work with a leading UK merchant banking group, providing lending, deposit taking, wealth management services, and securities trading. As a Commercial Contracts Specialist, you will be responsible for reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and structuring commercial contracts. You will work closely with the Bank businesses and the Third Party Management Team to deliver bespoke legal advice and support. Your skills and experience will be crucial in helping the team navigate complex commercial legal issues and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Some of your key responsibilities will include:
  • Advising on commercial contracts and providing support to the Bank businesses on contract-related matters;
  • Assisting with the review, drafting, and negotiation of commercial contracts, including supplier agreements, goods and services contracts, and IT services agreements;
  • Working closely with the Third Party Management Team to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices;
  • Providing legal advice and support on contentious and litigious matters involving third-party supplier arrangements;
  • Preparing contract summaries, risk reports, and stakeholder briefing documents.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:
  • Strong commercial contracts expertise and experience in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts;
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal clients and stakeholders;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and creatively;
  • A business-oriented approach, with the ability to cover a broad base of legal and commercial issues.

What We Offer

Closing Brothers offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. If you are a motivated and experienced Commercial Contracts Specialist looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.

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