Commercial Contracts Assistant / Analyst

An exciting vacancy has arisen within the Commercial Contracts (in-house legal) team for an additional Commercial Contracts Assistant / Analyst, based at our client's Head Office in Barnsley (hybrid option to work from home at line manager's discretion). Working hours will be Monday to Friday 37.5 hours a week. You will join them on a full-time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary + benefits.

About our client

Our client is the leading supplier of fitted kitchens and bedrooms for new build homes with a market share of over 50%. They supply leading housebuilders such as Barratt and Taylor Wimpey, as well as developers of inner city high rise projects and social housing providers where a diverse product range and outstanding service sets them apart. Their investment in the largest field based team in the industry, along with outstanding manufacturing capabilities, delivery process and after-sales service means they have built strong long-term relationships with their customers. They are an Equal Opportunities company and abide by the Equalities Act 2010.

The key responsibilities of their Commercial Contracts Assistant / Analyst will include:

• Completing full contract reviews to propose and negotiate amendments.
• Identifying commercial risk and adhering to authorisation/escalation protocol.
• Hosting/attending/supporting customer-facing and internal meetings.
• Reviewing and signing customer meeting minutes.
• Liaising and working closely with internal departments (such as sales and finance).
• Interacting directly with customers and internal teams (via telephone and email).
• Preparing cover letters and processing documents for signature.
• Maintaining accurate records (electronic systems, spreadsheets, and hardcopy filing).
• Manage and generate reports from the contract database.
• Manage the team email inbox to acknowledge, action or direct queries accordingly.
• Provide input to the weekly team call on progress and tasks.
• Drafting and processing contractual notices.
• Delivery of in-house staff training.
• Other ad hoc duties.

In order to succeed in this Commercial Contracts Assistant / Analyst role, you must have:

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to read and digest a high volume of documentation efficiently and accurately.
• Strong organisational skills to manage your own workload and meet strict deadlines.
• Prior experience with contracts in the construction industry (JCT is highly beneficial).

You will be:

• A reliable team player who displays a positive and flexible attitude.
• A confident communicator able to interact at all levels and adapt to different customers.
• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Computer literate (such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook).

Both internal and external training will be provided, as required.

This position will be rewarded with a competitive salary. In order for your application to be taken further please state your required salary.

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you d like to become their Commercial Contracts Assistant / Analyst, then please click apply today don t miss out, they d love to hear from you!