Job Description

Contracts Manager

At Liqueo, we were established to break away from the outdated consultancy model. Specialising in asset and wealth management, we believe people are our greatest asset and pride ourselves on attracting the industry's best talent. In addition to hiring top talent, we also invest in all our employees through a generous training and development budget. We want our consultants to continuously improve their skills and knowledge so they can provide impactful solutions across advisory and delivery. Join us and be part of a team that’s not only recognised in The Sunday Times Hundred as the tenth fastest growing company in the UK but, more importantly, recognised in the Sunday Times Best Place to Work list. You’ll see why so many from the industry have chosen to grow their careers with us.

Your Role and Responsibilities

The Contracts Manager is responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of client and supplier contracts, ensuring commercial protection, legal compliance, and operational efficiency. This role will manage contract review, negotiation, risk assessment, and ongoing governance, working closely with Operations, Legal, Finance, and Engagement teams.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Drafting & Negotiation

• Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial agreements, including:

o Master Service Agreements (MSAs)

o Statements of Work (SOWs)

o Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)

o Supplier contracts and consultancy agreements

• Lead contract negotiations with clients and suppliers to achieve balanced, commercially viable outcomes.
• Ensure contractual terms align with company risk appetite and commercial strategy Risk Management & Compliance.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual risks (e.g. liability, indemnity, IP, termination, payment terms).
• Maintain a contract risk register with clear RAG status and escalation points.
• Ensure compliance with: o Applicable laws and regulations (UK, EU, US where relevant) o Internal policies and governance frameworks.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel where required.
• Complete client due diligence where required Process Improvement • Develop and maintain standard contract templates.
• Improve contract turnaround times and approval processes.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows using tools (e.g. contract management systems, enhance AI review tools).
• Play a vital role in the management of our CRM (Monday.com).
• Reduce reliance on external legal support through standardisation.
• Log and record KPI’s.

Commercial Support

• Support bid and proposal processes by reviewing contractual terms.
• Assist with pricing/profitability considerations linked to contractual obligations.
• Ensure consistency between commercial proposals and contractual agreements.
• Play a key role in monitoring client concentration.

Contract Governance & Lifecycle Management

• Manage the full contract lifecycle from drafting through execution and renewal/termination.
• Maintain a centralised contract repository with version control and audit trails.
• Track key contractual obligations, milestones, and renewal dates.
• Support contract amendments, variations, and change control processes.

Key Skills & Experience

Essential

• Proven experience in contract management, legal, or commercial roles.
• Strong understanding of commercial contracts (MSAs, SOWs, NDAs).
• Experience negotiating contract terms with clients and suppliers.
• Ability to identify and clearly communicate contractual risks.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Desirable

• Experience in a consultancy, technology, or professional services environment.
• Familiarity with international contracts (UK/US/EU jurisdictions).
• Exposure to areas such as: Data protection (GDPR), Intellectual property, Insurance and liability frameworks.
• Experience using contract management or legal tech tools.

Our Values We are Open: We're all about open dialogue and integrity. Speak your mind, and know that your ideas matter here. No rigid hierarchies, just a collaborative space where everyone can pitch in meaningfully. We believe in talking about both work and life, because reducing stress and boosting mental well-being helps us all thrive.

We are Collaborative: Teamwork drives us forward. By working together, we pool our knowledge and experience to benefit our clients - and each other! We’re all about active communication, sharing insights, and expertise to achieve great things together.

We Are Always Learning: Expertise is our superpower so we inspire each other to discover new learning paths and grow our knowledge. This benefits everyone at Liqueo, both individually and as a team. We cheer each other on in chasing dreams through personal development plans, in house coaching, and tailored training opportunities.

We are Diverse and Inclusive: We celebrate the diverse, inclusive space we’ve created, while recognising there's always more to do. Our team’s wide-ranging backgrounds and skill sets bring diverse perspectives that we all benefit from. We pledge to create the most inclusive environment possible, ensuring every voice is heard and valued, and reflecting the strength and diversity of the communities we serve. Embracing Diversity and Inclusion We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by applicable law. Your unique perspective and experiences are valued here.