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Do you enjoy an intellectual challenge and applying your problem-solving abilities? Are you fascinated by contracts and the art of negotiation? If so, we have an exciting opportunity to work within the contracts management team of our largest account - Public Sector Resourcing (PSR).

If you have a passion for doing things better - for both your clients and your career - bring it to AMS and unleash your potential.

Bring your curiosity and questions, and together we’ll discover solutions that make the career dreams of our candidates a reality. Bring your true self and your ideas to the table, there's always room for you and we’re always listening.

What does a “day in the life” of my new team look like?

You’ll be responsible for ensuring contractual documentation is properly stored and managed; issuing contract variations and tracking responses; managing AMS’ counter signatures; and managing contract queries (escalating where appropriate to the Contract Manager and Legal Team).

You’ll respond to ad hoc queries on the PSR suite of contracts (including the Framework Agreement, Call Off Contracts with Customers and Worker Terms) and act as a first point of call for all requests for contract variations, ensuring that the correct information and approvals have been obtained prior to drafting.

You’ll manage version control of contract templates, populate contract templates / related documentation and issue the same to Customers and Suppliers, and liaise with the contingent worker administration and supplier management teams to maintain a crib sheet of frequently asked questions and responses from the Legal Team.

Responsibilities also include:

• Ensuring uploads of signed contract documents to SharePoint / contract management system in a timely manner following completion of those documents
• Populating and providing contract templates and related documents to stakeholders upon request in an efficient manner
• Ensuring contract documents are signed efficiently and chasing signatures to ensure they are completed in a timely manner
• Maintaining trackers to show contract variations, new Customers and any affiliated Arm’s Length Bodies, and contract start/end dates
• Obtaining contract signatures and tracking documents that are outstanding for signature
• Providing initial responses to contract queries and contract change requests from the account team

What do I need to succeed in this role?

Must Haves:

• Confident with understanding the basics of commercial contracts, schedules and associated documents and populating legal templates
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate clearly and succinctly in both written and verbal formats
• Competent Microsoft Office user, especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience of building relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Nice to Haves:

• Legal or Business-related qualification or equivalent experience
• Experience of negotiating and drafting commercial (e.g., procurement/supply chain/recruitment) contracts, including variations, NDAs, novation agreements
• Public Sector Experience – particularly central government processes, principles, regulations, and directives
• Understanding of IR35
• Good understanding of data protection regulations
• Experience of using contract management systems and electronic signature platforms
• Understanding of liabilities and indemnities

Why AMS?

We strive to do things better for the world’s most demanding brands. Is it challenging? Yes. But it’s a challenge that brings us together, where support, collaboration and inclusiveness empower you with a feeling of belonging.

Bring your goals and ambitions. We give you the trust, independence, and flexibility to run your career your way. Our support will bring you opportunity.

Our evolution is happening now, let’s bring it—together.

Who will I be working with?

You’ll report into the Contracts Manager working as part of the larger PMO team of circa 7. You’ll partner with Legal Teams, Supplier Teams, Account Managers and Senior Stakeholders across different Public Sector Contracting Authorities.

Our culture of inclusion and belonging

AMS is an Equal Opportunities employer with a strong and passionate commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We’re dedicated to fostering a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals. We do not discriminate based upon age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and all aspects of employment at AMS are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.

We’re committed to providing reasonable adjustments or accommodations for applicants, so if you need assistance or support during the recruitment process, please email [email protected] let us know.

What’s my next step?

Stage 1: To apply, please hit the “Apply”, button complete the questionnaire suggested, and upload your CV. You’ll receive an email notification to confirm we’ve received your application.

Stage 2: Our team will compare your application with the requirements listed in the job description to assess your suitability for the role. We’ll contact you with our decision within two working days.

Stage 3: If successful, we’ll arrange a phone call to get to know you and your motivations, tell you more about the role and AMS, and answer any questions you may have.

Stage 4: If both you and we agree to continue, we'll set up a video interview with the Hiring Manager. Whatever the outcome, you'll receive feedback.

Stage 5: Depending on the role, a successful interview will either result in an offer or a second video interview with a stakeholder from the client or team.

Stage 6: If you’re invited for a second video interview, you’ll receive a call with feedback from our team, and an offer if successful.