Commercial Contracts Manager
Be our next Commercial Contracts Manager (FTC)
Are you a commercially minded legal professional looking for a role with real impact? We are seeking a Commercial Contracts Manager to join our dynamic Legal team, playing a key role in supporting the business through the drafting, review and negotiation of a wide range of commercial agreements. This is a hybrid position, offering the flexibility of home working for 3-4 days per week, alongside time spent collaborating with colleagues at our Milton Keynes office.
Working closely with the Head of Legal, you'll gain exposure to a diverse range of commercial and legal matters, with a front-row seat into how legal expertise shapes strategic business decisions. From managing legal risk to contributing to the wider legal and compliance agenda, you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of key strategic initiatives and make a meaningful contribution to the growth and success of the business.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on building strong relationships and partnering with stakeholders across the organisation. You'll work with colleagues at all levels, managing a diverse portfolio of contracts and providing pragmatic support to help achieve commercial objectives. With support from the Head of Legal, you'll have the autonomy to lead, influence and drive outcomes, making this an ideal role for someone who thrives by taking initiative and working independently.
Your Benefits
Here at Pluxee, we believe in supporting our people both professionally and personally. Alongside a flexible, hybrid approach to working and a range of core benefits, you'll also have access to a suite of wellbeing, lifestyle and financial perks designed to help you thrive.
Our core benefits include:
Hybrid working and a flexible approach to work-life balance
25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, alongside a range of family-friendly benefits
Company sick pay
Plus, through our Pluxee Employee Experience Platform, you'll enjoy access to even more benefits, including:
Financial wellbeing support
24/7 online GP services
Discounts on holidays and everyday spending
Cycle to Work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Green car schemes and much more
What you'll do
At Pluxee, you'll be empowered to make a difference alongside a close, collaborative team. Your key responsibilities will include:
Commercial Contracting
Draft, review and negotiate a range of commercial contracts, including supplier agreements, customer agreements, NDAs and standard terms.
Manage a varied portfolio of contracts, including some more complex agreements, with guidance where needed.
Ensure contracts are completed in a timely manner and aligned to business objectives.
Identify risks and escalate non-standard or higher-risk contractual issues to the Head of Legal as appropriate.
Legal Advisory
Provide legal input and support to stakeholders on contract-related queries.
Support teams across Sales, Commercial, Marketing, IT and Finance to facilitate deal execution.
Assist with queries relating to contractual obligations and risk.
Compliance and Data Protection
Provide support on compliance and data protection matters as required by the Head of Legal.
Assist with maintaining appropriate records and processes where needed.
Templates, Processes and Contract Management
Maintain and support development of contract templates, playbooks and processes.
Assist with contract lifecycle management including tracking, renewals and record keeping.
Support continuous improvement of contract processes through the implementation and optimisation of AI technologies.
Who we're looking for
Pluxee is an inclusive team with a shared passion for employee experience. You'll be the ideal match for this role if you have:
- Strong communicator with ability to build relationships across the business.
Good attention to detail, strong organisational skills and ability to manage own workload independently.
Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts with a solutions-focused approach.
Experience working within a commercial legal/contracts environment which supports internal business stakeholders.
Experience in the B2B services/technology sector is desirable but not essential.
