Contracts Associate

The role

The University of Bristol’s Consultancy Services is looking for a Contract Assoicate to join our innovative and collaborative team where colleagues feel trusted and valued for their work.

The team focus on supporting and safe-guarding our world-leading researchers to engage with global external collaborators across different research and development sectors, by working with researchers and professional services colleagues across the breadth of the university, to support negotiations, and review and comment on terms and conditions. Consultancy projects have delivered for clients in sectors such as financial services, veterinary medicine, healthcare, cyber security and policymaking.

The Consultancy Services at Bristol is a rapidly growing team, making this the perfect opportunity for you to join and grow with the role and have agency in your development.

This is a full-time position with options for hybrid working. We are based in Bristol, and the post-holder will need to be on campus during some of the week.

What will you be doing?

Reporting to the Consultancy Services Manager, you will be:

• Advising internal and external partners on the University’s consultancy services process and procedures
• Using models and templates to negotiate terms and conditions, including the price and intellectual property arrangements.
• Drafting consultancy contracts on University templates using information gathered through liaison with contracting parties.
• Using knowledge of law, contracts, and intellectual property to diligently review amendments to University standard templates and provide initial analysis on whether these are within the University’s usual negotiating position.
• Liaising with University of Bristol professional services teams to progress contract development to timely completion.
• Answering queries from academics and external parties on the progress of their consultancy projects.
• Supporting the development and improvement of processes and procedures for consultancy to improve operational efficiency and quality of service provision.
• Maintaining accurate records for Consultancy Services.

You should apply if

You have

• Experience in business and administrative support with relevant experience of contract law. This post would an ideal step for someone interested in transitioning into law.
• Proficiency in legal contract structure, terminology, and practice gained through working with such documents.
• Experience in the drafting and negotiation of contract terms.
• Clear understanding for the need and practice of customer focus and relationship development.
• Well-developed analytical capabilities and ability to interpret complex information.
• Good understanding and appreciation of industrial and academic cultures and environments.
• Confidence as an organised self-starter who works well in fast paced environments, who responds well to shifting priorities.