Legal Contracts Manager to support research at the University of Sheffield. Hybrid working up to 50% remote, excellent professional development opportunities, and a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Key Responsibilities

• Contract Negotiation – draft, review, negotiate research and innovation contracts, including research, material transfer, MoUs, IP licences, scholarships, consultancy, collaborations, and funding agreements.
• Line Management – provide management for staff, prioritise workloads, support development, and maintain a collaborative team environment.
• Expert Contractual Advice – give pragmatic recommendations aligned to University policy and regulations, translating legal language into practical terms for researchers and project staff.
• Process Improvement and Collaboration – work with colleagues to adopt a risk‑based approach to contracting, contributing to guidance and process developments.
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