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Our client is a market leading supplier of fitted kitchens and bedrooms for new build homes. They supply leading housebuilders recognised brands, as well as developers of inner-city high-rise projects and social housing providers with a diverse product range and outstanding service. 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, and they continue to scale at pace. An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Commercial Contracts (in-house legal) team for an additional Commercial Contracts Assistant, based at Head Office in Barnsley (hybrid option to work from home at line manager's discretion). Working hours will be Monday to Friday on a 37.5-hour contract. This role offers the opportunity for a driven Contracts Assistant to add immediate value with their skillset. It also offers the chance to work for a business with an enviable reputation within their field who reward and encourage development within their teams.
Job Responsibility:
Completing full contract reviews to propose and negotiate amendments
Identifying commercial risk and adhering to authorisation/escalation protocol
Hosting, attending and 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)
Managing and generating 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
Requirements:
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)
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 (Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook)
What we offer:
competitive salary and benefits package
opportunities for professional development and career progression
supportive, values-driven and inclusive working environment