Senior Solicitor Senior Contracts Manager

University of Glasgow

Glasgow

University Services

Finance Office

Vacancy Reference: 108670

Salary: UoG Grade 8, £46,047 - £53,353 per annum.

This post is offered on a full time (35 hours) and open-ended basis. Relocation support will be provided where appropriate.

Fancy a change?  World-changers welcome!

The University of Glasgow is the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world and one of the top 100 universities in the world. It is international in outlook yet remains grounded in its local community. Those familiar with Glasgow’s West End will be aware of the University’s exciting and extensive ongoing campus redevelopment to ensure continued provision of a world class environment for research and teaching.  

Working as part of the growing legal team and reporting to the Head of Legal, duties will include drafting, review and negotiation of a wide variety of commercial contracts, providing legal advice to all areas of the University on a range of matters, supervising the work of more junior colleagues and contributing to the professional development of the legal team.

We are looking for an experienced, motivated individual, who can provide high quality legal advice in a fast-moving in-house environment. The successful candidate should:

• be adaptable with the ability to acquire an understanding of new areas of law
• have a practical solutions-based approach underpinned by a strong understanding of legal risks
• be able to work well both independently and as part of a team (with a willingness to contribute to the development of the team)
• be able to demonstrate a genuine interest in the HE sector

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team and to get involved in a varied workload. The University operates a flexible hybrid working policy and both full and part time applicants will be considered.

Apply online at: 

https://my.corehr.com/pls/uogrecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.jobspec?p_id=108670

Closing Date: 26 March 2023

Please note this is a readvertisement of post number 108671. Previous applicants need not apply.

It is the University of Glasgow’s mission to foster an inclusive climate, which ensures equality in our working, learning, research and teaching environment.

We strongly endorse the principles of Athena SWAN, including a supportive and flexible working environment, with commitment from all levels of the organisation in promoting gender equity.

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