Full job descriptionContracts Coordinator / Contracts Administrator (Temporary)
Salary: £36,000 – £41,000
Temporary until November (with potential for extension or permanent opportunity)
Working Pattern: Hybrid – 2 days per week in the office
Immediate to start

The Opportunity:
Our client is a leading and highly regarded organisation within the higher education sector, is seeking a proactive and organised Contracts Coordinator to join a collaborative Contracts and Compliance team on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build experience within contracts administration, governance, compliance, research support, or a regulated professional environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting contract administration activities, ensuring agreements are processed efficiently, records are maintained accurately, and stakeholders receive a high level of service. The role offers strong development opportunities and exposure to a variety of contract and compliance processes.

About the Team:
You will join a friendly, experienced team responsible for managing contract processes, supporting due diligence activities, and ensuring effective governance across a wide range of projects and partnerships. This opportunity has arisen due to internal team changes and provides the chance to gain valuable experience within a busy and evolving function.

Key Responsibilities:
*Manage and monitor shared inboxes and internal systems, identifying recurring queries and opportunities to improve processes and guidance materials.
*Build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth information flow and timely service delivery.
*Use judgement and initiative to identify issues, risks, or sensitive matters and escalate where appropriate.
*Administer the full contract lifecycle using electronic signature platforms, including preparing documents, issuing agreements, monitoring progress, and resolving administrative issues.
*Maintain and update contract templates and precedent documents, ensuring version control and accuracy.
*Assist in preparing and reviewing standard agreements and supporting documentation using approved templates and guidance.
*Make routine amendments to contracts and documentation under supervision.
*Support contract review and negotiation processes by coordinating documentation, recording comments, and tracking actions.
*Respond to routine queries relating to contract processes and escalate more complex matters to senior colleagues.
*Conduct initial document checks, identifying missing information or potential concerns.
*Maintain accurate records within contract management and document storage systems.
*Monitor agreement progress and proactively follow up on outstanding actions and approvals.
*Track contract renewals and ensure key deadlines are highlighted to relevant stakeholders.
*Support wider contract administration and compliance activities as required.

About You:
We are looking for someone who is:
*Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
*Comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
*Confident communicating with a variety of stakeholders.
*Proactive in following up on actions and obtaining required information.
*Able to work accurately within established processes and procedures.
*Keen to learn, develop, and take on increasing responsibility over time.
*A positive team player with a professional and approachable manner.
*Contracts Administration or Contracts Coordination experience.
*Worked within a Higher Education or Research environment.

What’s on Offer?
*Friendly and supportive team environment.
*Valuable exposure to contracts, governance, and compliance activities.
*Opportunity to develop specialist skills and broaden experience.
*A role where you can make a genuine impact and grow professionally.

This position would suit an organised contracts administrator or coordinator looking to develop a career within contracts, compliance, governance, or project support in a professional and collaborative environment.

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