Contracts Officer

Nova Talent is recruiting on behalf of an established manufacturer of communication systems based in Market Deeping, Lincolnshire. Our client designs and delivers innovative communication technology solutions to customers worldwide, supporting critical operations where reliability, quality, and performance are essential. They are recognised for their technical expertise, customer-focused approach, and ongoing commitment to innovation and continuous improvement.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a commercially minded and detail-oriented Contracts Officer to join a busy and fast-paced team. This is a varied role that will support the full contract lifecycle, from bid and proposal stages through to contract negotiation, project delivery support, and customer agreement management.

Working closely with Business Development, Programme Management, Engineering, and Operations teams, you will play a key role in ensuring contractual compliance, mitigating commercial risk, and supporting successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and review of customer proposals and bids.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand contractual and project delivery requirements.
• Identify and communicate commercial risks whilst proposing practical mitigations.
• Act as the commercial point of contact throughout the bid process and during contract delivery.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and finalise customer contracts and agreements.
• Work with stakeholders and leadership teams to support successful contract negotiations.
• Coordinate and manage due diligence information.
• Review and improve existing commercial and contractual processes to drive efficiency and quality.
• Provide ongoing contractual support throughout the project and customer lifecycle.

What we're looking for:

• Experience supporting bids, contracts, and subcontract agreements within an international business environment.
• Knowledge of contractual documentation such as NDAs, teaming agreements, licence agreements, and customer contracts.
• A good understanding of commercial principles and programme delivery risk.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The confidence to work collaboratively across multiple departments and influence outcomes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

Salary & Benefits:

• Up to £55,000 per year
• Flexible working hours with core hours between 9:30am and 3:00pm (37.5hrs pw)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Enhanced pension scheme with employer contributions up to 8% 
• Private healthcare
• Life assurance
• Buy and sell holiday scheme
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programme
• Continuous learning and training opportunities 
• Cycle to work scheme
• Subsidised canteen 
• Free on-site parking 
• Long service and retirement awards
• Flu vaccination programme