Contracts Officer

7 hours ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Manchester Metropolitan University Full time

The Research and Knowledge Exchange Directorate is seeking to appoint a Contracts Officer to join the Research Delivery Team.

The role:
The Contracts Officer will manage aspects of contract negotiation for research and knowledge exchange activity across the University including drafting, reviewing, negotiating and advising on a range of lower-risk agreements and assisting colleagues with more complex matters

You will provide support to the Contracts Managers to ensure the provision of an efficient and effective service

The role also involves supporting the Commercial Development Manager in the efficient and effective management of the University's Intellectual Property (IP) portfolio.

You will report to the Contracts Managers and work closely with colleagues in Research Delivery and the wider Research and Knowledge Exchange (RKE) Team to ensure all University RKE agreements are compliant with the University's financial and governance regulations.

About you:
The successful applicant will have knowledge of contract law and intellectual property law and ideally practical experience in negotiating and drafting contracts, having previously worked in a firm of solicitors or in-house providing legal services in a similar role. Experience in a HE context is an advantage but is not essential.

The postholder will be able to liaise credibly and articulately with colleagues at all levels, managing a high-volume workload to meet high standards and client expectations, and work under pressure to meet precise deadlines.

Your ability to work and communicate with accuracy and attention to detail is essential.

The Contracts Officer will have an opportunity to join a successful team enabling the delivery of high quality research and knowledge exchange activities, supporting the University's ambitious Research and Knowledge Exchange strategy.

How to apply:

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