Contract Specialist

Pratap Partnership

  • Lincoln
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
Contract Specialist - ideally with experience in a technological/manufacturing sector.6-month contract, 3 days per week - up to £60,000 pro rata
  • Commercially minded
  • Demonstrable expertise in contract management and negotiation
  • Manage external legal and IP advisors
  • Degree-level qualification in business or law
  • Ability to analyse risk, draft precise documentation, and deliver under pressure
What You’ll Be Doing:This is a role with real influence. You’ll work closely with R&D, Sales & Marketing, Procurement, and Senior Management to make sure commercial foundations are rock-solid. Expect to:
  • Lead the evaluation, drafting, negotiation, and execution of a wide range of contracts and agreements – from international R&D collaborations to complex sales contracts, consortium agreements, and government tenders.
  • Be a trusted advisor to the board and senior stakeholders, ensuring commercial risks are managed and opportunities maximised.
  • Manage Intellectual Property rights – from patent and trademark applications to infringement claims – and protect innovations.
  • Contribute to company policies and commercial procedures, ensuring compliance and best practice.
  • Play a key role in major transactions, due diligence processes, and dispute resolution.
Benefits include:
  • Private healthcare
  • Pension scheme
  • On-site parking

Pratap Partnership