Srm Recruitment Limited

Job Title: Commercial Contracts Manager (FTC - potential to go permanent) Hybrid - 1-2 days per week on-site Salary: £42,500 - £50,000 About the Role We're looking for a proactive and detail-focused Commercial Contracts Manager to join our clients small, collaborative Legal & Compliance function on a 6-month fixed-term contract. For the right person, there is strong potential for the role to become permanent. You will play a key role in supporting the business with contract drafting, review, negotiation, and compliance oversight. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in commercial contracts or legal administration who is ready to take ownership, influence change, and help strengthen our internal processes. What You'll Be Doing Drafting, reviewing, and managing a wide range of commercial agreements (including NDAs, customer/supplier contracts, and framework agreements). Providing guidance to internal stakeholders on contractual terms, risks, and obligations. Supporting the flow-down of terms to subcontractors and partners. Ensuring adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies. Assisting with dispute resolution, contract queries, and negotiation points. Supporting new business proposals by reviewing terms and identifying risks. Maintaining accurate records of contract documentation and version histories. Working closely with colleagues across sales, projects, and operations to ensure consistency and alignment. Participating in internal meetings and supporting cross-functional collaboration. Building and maintaining positive working relationships with clients, suppliers, and partners. What We're Looking For 3 years' experience in commercial contracts management, legal support, or similar roles. Strong experience drafting and reviewing NDAs (essential). Understanding of upstream/downstream flow-down terms in medium or large projects. Excellent attention to detail and ability to spot risks or inconsistencies. Strong communicator who can build trust across the business. Comfortable working independently and managing your own workload. High integrity and professionalism, especially in confidential matters. You do not need a law degree or formal legal qualification. Nice to Have (Not required - but a bonus if you bring any of the following) Experience with compliance topics such as export control or intellectual property. Exposure to engineering, technology, scientific, or regulated industries. Familiarity with software licensing terms or technical contracting environments. Why Join? A genuinely supportive, friendly, and collaborative team. Hybrid working with flexibility. Opportunity to shape and improve processes in a growing business. Chance for the role to become permanent for the right person. Inclusive and welcoming culture.