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Contract Management Legal Counsel
King's Service Centre. Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including SLAs, software licences, supplier contracts, and partnership arrangements .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, with a strong focus on IT contracts and compliance with regulatory standards such as GDPR and ISO 27001. Provides legal guidance on digital governance, operational risk management, and public-sector procurement frameworks.
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Qualified SolicitorIT Contract NegotiationCommercial LawRegulatory CompliancePublic-Sector Procurement
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Hard Skills
Drafting AgreementsNegotiating ContractsLegal Risk AssessmentDispute ResolutionAnalytical Skills
Soft Skills
Communication Skills
Tools & Technologies
Cloud TechnologiesAI Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
ISO 27001Cyber EssentialsGDPR
Industry Keywords
Supplier ContractsDigital GovernanceOperational Risk ManagementAPUCCCS
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCloudCyber Security
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including SLAs, software licences, supplier contracts, and partnership arrangements
- Manage call-off agreements under APUC, CCS, and similar public-sector procurement frameworks
- Advise on legal risks related to cloud technologies, cybersecurity, AI tools, and data residency
- Ensure supplier contracts meet digital governance and institutional compliance standards
- Provide expert legal guidance on contractual obligations, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution
- Support operational risk management across the university’s digital and procurement landscape
Requirements
What you’ll need- Qualified solicitor or equivalent legal professional
- Strong experience in IT contract negotiation and commercial law
- Knowledge of ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, GDPR, and public-sector procurement frameworks
- Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills
- Cover letter required with application
Benefits
Comp & perks- Hybrid Working - Minimum of 5 days per month in the office
- 10% Performance related bonus
- 30 Days holiday and maximum of 8 public holidays (pro-rata)
- Sick pay
- 4 Discretionary Christmas Closure Days
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life Assurance cover
- Service time - 3 Volunteer days per year
- Free onsite parking & Bike racks
- Annual leave purchase scheme - up to a maximum of 10 days (subject to national minimum wage requirements)
- Student Discount (access to Totum, Unidays & Student Beans)
- CycleScheme
- TechScheme
- Opportunities for formal training and professional certification
- Free access to Linkedin Learning
- Free access to Future Learn short courses
- Potential for internal promotion and advancement
- Inclusive and welcoming employer committed to equality, diversity and inclusion