Job Description
Job Description At Version 1, we pride ourselves on being business enablers with our “Easy-To-Do-Business-With” approach. We view contract review as a collaborative process involving both (a) internal collaboration with stakeholders across our Commercial, Finance, Practice and Data Protection functions and (b) external collaboration with our customers and key suppliers. The Version 1 Legal Team is looking for a seasoned contracts negotiator to join our team and help increase our impact on the business. You’ll be welcomed into a dynamic, flexible, friendly Legal Team of 9 which is underpinned by policies, processes and checklists for contract review. We always have each other’s back and have developed effective ways of connecting while working digitally. You will be: Steeped in contract review and have successfully negotiated many commercial contracts in recent years, including contracts with customers, partners and suppliers. You’ll know what to look out for in Master Services Agreements and Non-Disclosure Agreements. Experience of public sector IT frameworks in the UK preferable. Competent at reviewing contracts with an eagle-eye to identify risks and areas that deviate from company policy – whether it’s on limitation of liability, service levels, change requests or time of the essence. Business-minded – you’ll be adept at keeping stakeholders engaged at all steps of the process and shifting focus to align with business needs. Balancing risk against reward is part of how you operate. An experienced, active negotiator who can listen with empathy and drive the right results for Version 1. Collaborative and effective at escalating policy deviations to the designated approvers and explaining contract risks in plain English. Skilled in working across functions to develop internal policies, procedures and best practices in relation to contracts. A trusted advisor to the business who thinks in terms of solutions. Qualifications 5+ years’ experience in commercial contract review, preferably in IT Services, but we are open-minded. Additional Information At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their well-being, professional growth, and financial stability. One of our standout advantages is the ability to work with a hybrid schedule along with business travel, allowing our employees to strike a balance between work and life. We also offer a range of tech-related benefits, including an innovative Tech Scheme to help keep our team members up-to-date with the latest technology. We prioritise the health and safety of our employees, providing private medical and life insurance coverage, as well as free eye tests and contributions towards glasses. Our team members can also stay ahead of the curve with incentivized certifications and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat. Our employee-designed Profit Share scheme divides a portion of our company's profits each quarter amongst employees. We are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential, offering Pathways Career Development Quarterly, a programme designed to support professional growth. Aaron Craig aaron.craig@version1.com #LI-AC1