What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contracts Assistant position at The University of Manchester?
An opportunity has arisen for a Contracts Assistant to join the Contracts Team at the University on fixed term basis until 31 March 2026. The Contracts Assistant will be based in the Directorate of Research & Business Engagement Services providing a professional service to colleagues across the University with respect to a range of contractual, legal and administrative services, including the negotiation and preparation of specific types of agreements drafting, reviewing, negotiating and advising on a variety of low risk contracts and contractual arrangements, but more specifically and in the main, the less legally complex agreements such as confidentiality agreements, contractual amendments, study site agreements, incoming sub-contracts from other universities / higher education institute and certain government department contracts.
With relevant experience of dealing with contractual arrangements and a legal qualification, you will have attention to detail, communication and interpersonal skills you will have a flexible approach to work with the ability to prioritise a demanding programme of work to meet set deadlines.
What can you expect in return
The University will actively foster a culture of inclusion and diversity and will seek to achieve true equality of opportunity for all members of its community.
What you will get in return :
- Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
- Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
- Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
- Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
- Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers
