Contracts Officer

Location: Preston Campus

Job Category / Type: Professional Services

Hours: 36.25 hours per week

Job details

When you work for the University of Lancashire, you’ll be part of a thriving community of talent that’s united in a common commitment to transform lives. We do this by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be playing a vital part in helping us achieve our vision.

About the role:

We are looking for a Contracts Officer to join our Legal Services team to support the University’s research and knowledge transfer activities. You will draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, provide specialist advice on contractual issues, and manage a varied caseload from start to finish. The role involves close collaboration with academic and professional colleagues, helping to ensure agreements align with University objectives while effectively managing legal risk.

About you:

We’re looking for a legal or contracts professional with experience drafting and negotiating a variety of contracts, including contracts of a complex or non-standard nature. 

You will have strong communication skills, and the ability to manage a busy caseload with confidence and independence. You’ll be comfortable providing clear, practical advice, working collaboratively across teams, and using your initiative to support the University’s objectives.

You must have an undergraduate degree in Law or equivalent relevant professional experience.

What we can offer you:

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.

Where opportunity creates success.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 14 September 2025 at 11.59pm

Interview Date: To be confirmed

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