LocationLocation:
Sutton
PositionPosition:
Business & Innovation Office
Salary Details:Salary Details:
Salary: £48,925 - £51,500 pa
Contract:Contract:
Permanent
External Advertising End DateAdvertising End Date:
24 Jul 2025

Key Information

Salary: Appointments are normally made at the starting salary, however comparable skills and experience will be considered. 

Hours per week: 35 hours per week (Full Time)

Location: Sutton/hybrid working arrangements.  Team members sometimes also work from our site in Chelsea.

Closing Date: 24th July 2025. We reserve the right to close these vacancies early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Interview Date: Tuesday 5th August 2025 or Wednesday 6th August 2025.

Right to Work in UK:  We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.


Job Details

About the Role

As a Contracts Manager, you will be required to provide a professional and efficient contracts review, negotiation and advice service to ICR’s academics, clinicians and colleagues in the Business and Innovation Office and across the wider ICR.

The ICR is preparing to roll out an advanced contracts lifecycle management system. This is an exciting time to join us as we fundamentally modernise our approach – significantly reducing administrative workload, intelligently automating routine tasks, and enabling Contracts Managers to focus more strategically on complex contracts.

Key Requirements

Candidates must be educated to degree level or equivalent and have an excellent knowledge of contract law. They must have experience of reviewing and drafting contracts and the ability to work effectively under pressure, manage workloads and prioritise tasks effectively. Excellent communication and influencing skills and good interpersonal skills will also be required.

What We Offer

  • A supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
  • Competitive salary and pension

Department/Directorate Information

The Institute of Cancer Research, is one of the world’s most influential cancer research organisations. Our mission is to make the discoveries that will defeat cancer. We’re looking for a proactive and enthusiastic team member who understands the particular needs and landscape of an academic research institution.

As a member of the Business and Innovation Office, you will provide a professional and efficient contracts service to academics, clinicians and professional services colleagues across the whole of ICR, negotiating and concluding a variety of contract types.

We encourage all applicants to access the job pack attached for more detailed information regarding this role. 

About The Institute of Cancer Research

Why work for us?

As a member of staff, you'll have exclusive access to a range of staff benefits.

The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world's most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Further information about working at the ICR can be found here.

At the Institute of Cancer Research, we champion diversity as we believe it fuels innovation and drives impactful research. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, valuing diverse perspectives that enrich our work.

Don't let a checklist of qualifications hold you back – if you're passionate about the role, we want to hear from you. Your unique experiences and backgrounds contribute to the richness of our team. We are committed to being an equal opportunity for all, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other dimension of diversity. Join us in creating an inclusive environment where everyone's voice is heard and valued.

 

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