Legal Contract Manager

Looking for an opportunity within a business that offer a genuine people first culture

Here at Chubb Fire & Security we have an opportunity for a Legal Contract Manager to join our Team based inBlackburn(BB1 2PR) working in a Hybrid model ideally 1 - 2 days in the office. There may be some occasional travel to other office locations.

SALARY: up to 70000 per annum (DOE)

• 25 days holidayplus bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance
• Company car or Car Allowance
• Free Onsite Parking
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Referral Scheme (1000)
• Company Pension Scheme (5% matched)
• Life Assurance (4 x Salary)
• Employee Scholarship Scheme
• A Central Benefits Platform offering a wide variety discounts
• Health & Wellbeing Resources
• Bravo Awards: Recognising outstanding contributions from all employees and encourage excellence

What Youll be Doing as a Legal Contract Manager

We are seeking an experienced Contract or Construction Lawyer / Manager to lead all contract-related activity within the business. This role is central to ensuring that contracts are accurately drafted reviewed and amended that all documentation complies with legal and internal standards and that contractual risks are effectively managed.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maximising operational and financial performance while safeguarding the organisation from exposure.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft review; negotiate and finalise construction and commercial contracts including JCTs NECs; FIDIC forms and public procurement contracts.
• Draft review negotiate and finalise customerrelated contracts including both Customerissued terms and conditions Supplier issued terms and conditions and the business standard terms covering Customer Contracts Service & Maintenance Agreements Installation Contracts Monitoring Agreements and Framework/CallOff Agreements.
• Draft and review other legal documents to include but not limited to Parent Company Guarantees / Performance Bonds; Collateral Warranty Agreements; Novation Agreements; Amendment / Variation Agreements; Termination Agreements; SaaS Agreements; Software Licences / User Licences; NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreements); Letters of Intent; Tender Questionnaire / PQQ; Bid Submission Documents; Heads of Terms / Memorandum of Understandings.
• Lead contract negotiations with confidence working both independently and collaboratively with internal teams.
• Provide legal advice to the business on commercial matters construction issues dispute resolution governance; GDPR and compliance.
• Support the business in managing and mitigating disputes.
• Develop training materials and deliver training sessions on relevant legal processes legislation and company policies.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in a similar role within either the private or public sector.
• A relevant legal qualification is preferred but nor essential; however extensive experience in construction contracts is essential.
• Proven experience in a similar contract management or legal advisory role within the private or public sector.
• Strong background in negotiating complex commercial agreements and managing contract lifecycles from tender to completion.
• Experience advising senior stakeholders and influencing decisionmaking at operational and strategic levels.
• Familiarity with dispute resolution processes claims management and risk mitigation strategies.
• Experience delivering training or guidance on legal or contractual matters is advantageous.

About Us Our Culture & What We Can Offer You

• Chubb Fire & Security have been protecting people and assets worldwide for more than 200 essential and innovative security systems equipment and services from digital CCTV surveillance and intruder alarms to fire detection and suppression systems. Our customers range from local independent businesses to many of the FTSE 100 companies and our Chubb family is extensive too with a dynamic team of over 13000 employees globally - Together we do great things!
• Our commitment to our people is to continually develop and innovate so that we grow together as your career unfolds. As part of the global APi Group we join a family of organisations where leadership and leadership development is our most powerful strategic advantage and the best way to invest in our people.

Chubb Fire and Security is an equal opportunities employer. Our commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) ensures all employees and applicants feel valued respected and supported. At Chubb individuality is celebrated and our strength lies in the diversity of our team. By fostering an equitable environment we empower individuals to contribute their unique perspectives driving innovation and excellence at every level.

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Additional Information

About Us Our Culture & What We Can Offer You

Established over 200 years ago Chubb Fire & Security are a global business driven by keeping people and the world safe. We provide essential systems equipment and services from digital CCTV surveillance and intruder alarms to fire detection and suppression systems. Offering a full range of innovative products and services to a broad range of customers from local independent business to many of the FTSE 100 companies

We believe we offer a unique working culture where you are as important to us as our customers and we want you to feel that everyday. We are proud to offer extensive training to all of our new Advisors fully supporting and enabling you to thrive in your new role and beyond with ongoing career development opportunities throughout your career journey with us.

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