Contracts Manager, University of Leeds

Two roles available: one ongoing and one fixed term until March 2026 to cover a period of maternity.

This role will be based on the University campus, with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

Do you want to be involved in negotiating, reviewing and drafting research and innovation contracts? Are you pro-active and able to deliver to deadlines?

As a member of the Research and Innovation (RIS) Legal Team, you will provide high quality, customer-focused research and innovation support contributing to the strategic objectives and research culture of the University.

You will work closely with academics and faculty research and innovation staff to assist in the provision of research and innovation support.  You will have particular responsibility for contract drafting, review and negotiation, providing an expert focal point in contract negotiation with external sponsors and in the review of contract terms and conditions on behalf of the University faculties.

You will receive training and support from experienced professionals within the team in order to develop your skill base and experience in the duties set out below.

You will have a law qualification or be qualified by relevant experience and have excellent communication skills, a strong interest in the development of effective partnerships with internal colleagues and external organisations and have the ability to work on your own initiative. You will additionally have intellectual property and contract law knowledge and a proven track record of drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts.

Please note that this post may be suitable for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route but first-time applicants might need to qualify for salary concessions. For more information please visit: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

What we offer in return:

26 days holiday plus 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – that’s 42 days a year!Generous pension scheme plus life assurance.Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team, and self-development courses including languages, Creative Writing, Wellbeing Therapies and much more.Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Chris Marshall-Regan, Senior Contracts Manager

Email: C.Regan@leeds.ac.uk

Interviews expected to be held week commencing 5 May 2025

Closing Date: 22 Apr 2025

Section: Professional & Managerial

Salary: £39,355 to £46,735 per annum