Research Contracts Manager

Description:

The University of Warwick is seeking a Research Contracts Manager to join its newly established specialised contracting team within Research & Impact Services (R&IS). The role involves providing high-quality contract support to researchers across the University, enabling growth in research partnerships, income, and impact. The postholder will also manage and deploy a team of four Research Support Coordinators, ensuring seamless service delivery across the department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a specialised research contracts team, providing support across the University.

• Negotiate, interpret, and advise on complex legal requirements, intellectual property, and contractual terms.

• Ensure research contracts comply with University, client, and external funder requirements while protecting financial and legal interests.

• Collaborate with faculty-facing teams to facilitate research contracts for business and strategic partnerships.

• Provide leadership, guidance, and development for direct reports.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Comprehensive knowledge of research contract management processes and intellectual property law.

• Proven ability to interpret and advise on complex legal and contractual requirements.

• Experience managing a team in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment.

• Excellent communication, influence, and presentation skills.

Contract & Location Details:

• Full-time, hybrid role (minimum of three set days on campus).

• Benefits include pension scheme, 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure, parental/adoption leave, onsite childcare, and learning and development opportunities.