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Contract Specialist - Glasgow

Commercial Contracts - In-House

Ref: 580 Date Posted: Monday 16 Jun 2025

Leading global bio science company is looking to hire an additional Contracts Specialist to join their highly successful in-house team. This role can be fully remote and would suit a junior level candidate and graduates with commercial experience are also invited to apply. The salary range of this position is £30,000- £40,000 plus benefits.

Role Overview:

As a Contracts Specialist, you will focus on supporting commercial contracting activities, including conducting contract reviews, drafting contracts and taking part in negotiations. You may also be required to provide ad-hoc advice on related legal matters.

Role Profile:

Review, draft and negotiate a range of commercial agreements.
Support and, where appropriate, lead negotiations with third parties on these agreements.
Take an active role in contract template standardisation, process improvement and contract automation strategy by participating in and/or leading certain relevant projects.
Interpretation of agreements in effect or in development.
Educate and train employees on their role in contract negotiations and their obligations under the terms of various contracts and under applicable legal requirements.
Work with other members of the Global Legal team including Division Counsel as needed.

Candidate Requirements:

Holds a law degree in a UK jurisdiction or has at last three years’ experience in a contracts-focussed role. A good working knowledge of contract law.
Relevant experience in contract negotiation/drafting.
Strong commercial awareness and business sense, with ability to navigate the various issues surrounding contracts, technology and corporate structure.
Able to fully engage with and influence business partners.
Fluency in English essential.
Able to deal effectively and efficiently with a high-volume workload.

On Offer:

Competitive salary.
Annual Incentive Plan bonus.
Fully flexible benefits package: including Private Healthcare, Health Cash Plan, Life Assurance, Discounted Gym Membership, Pension Scheme & more.
Excellent career progression as part of a global organisation.

To Apply:

For a confidential discussion about this position, to request the full job description or to apply, please contact:

David Thomson- Director

Edinburgh: +44 (0) 131 450 7164

Glasgow: +44 (0) 141 244 0260

London: +44 (0) 203 174 2482

Dublin: +353 (0) 1 699 1360

Email: david@thomsonlrc.com

Testimonials

I had the chance to know David during a selection process. He has proved himself a valuable supporter: very proactive and helpful, he has been reliable presence during the whole procedure. As a candidate, I felt reassured and personally backed (he answered my doubts and questions even during the weekend). Working with him was a successful experience.

Rachele MaterassiEU LawyerW.L. Gore

I had the opportunity to work with David whilst making a recent career move from trainee solicitor into a newly qualified position. David understood immediately what both my short term and long term objectives were and gave incredibly useful advice on the direction I should take to achieve those aims. David never tried to advocate positions out of convenience, and didn’t force me to pursue or consider roles that I wasn’t genuinely interested in. I was impressed that David really listened to what I was saying. This meant that only relevant opportunities were sent my way and I wasn’t inundated with irrelevant vacancies which can be frustrating. David was diligent throughout every stage in the recruitment process ensuring I had enough information to make the right decision at what is a daunting time in any legal career. The whole process was incredibly smooth and I really felt that I always had support and someone fighting my corner at all times! This helped to take the pressure off me and make everything easier. This coupled with the fact I found David very easy to talk to made everything less scary. David always made himself available to answer emails, calls and to chat things through. This flexibility was much appreciated as it meant I could have meaningful discussions out with office hours. I have no hesitation in recommending Thomson Legal Recruitment.

Aimee DoranSolicitor, Dentons LLP

I can’t recommend David highly enough. He has excellent knowledge of the legal industry and provided me with invaluable support prior to both of my interviews. David was very proactive and kept me fully updated throughout the process, in addition to ensuring I had settled in well once I had secured the position which I really appreciated.

Leanne HammellCommercial Solicitor, Pinsent Masons LLP

I would recommend David to any solicitor or legal professional for a number of reasons but the excellent support he provides throughout the application process is by far the best reason for me. Although I was looking for quite a specific role, I found David to be very helpful, informative and above all available when it came to the job market at any given time in multiple jurisdictions. I have only used Thomson Legal for a few months however, I have been successful in obtaining my ideal position and its is down to David’s knowledge of the Scottish (and international) legal markets that I am in the position I am today. I have thanked him personally for all of his help and I would recommend any to legal professional, the services on offer at Thomson Legal.

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