Contract Coordinator - Southampton, United Kingdom - University of Southampton

University of Southampton
University of Southampton
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One of the top-ranked universities globally, the University of Southampton is an exceptional place where people achieve remarkable things. Outward looking and research intensive, Southampton has gained prestigious recognition for its wide-ranging successes and history of world-changing achievements.

Research represents the lifeblood of the University of Southampton.

It powers everything we do, from our innovative teaching to our growing portfolio of spin-out companies, enabling the development of products and services for the benefit of individuals, businesses and the wider economy.


Research and Innovation Services (RIS) support academic and research staff fulfil their research and enterprise objectives by providing expert advice and assistance in research funding, bid support and management, collaborations with industry and other strategic partners as well as the protection and commercialisation of intellectual property.

We are now recruiting a Contract Coordinator to join the Research Contracts team.

You will be part of a team of contract coordinators within a wider contracts team that is responsible for the review and negotiation of research contracts for the University.

With a strong focus on systems and customer service, you will advise and support academic staff throughout the contract negotiation process.

You will facilitate collaborations with external partners by ensuring the use of appropriate contract templates are put in place taking responsibility of your own portfolio of contracts.


You will have excellent communication skills, be well-organised with the ability to multi-task and to work well as part of a busy team.

You will be a self-starter and enjoy the challenge of making things happen in a fast-moving environment. You will have strong office experience in a customer-focused environment. Experience in working in a research support capacity within the Higher Education sector would be advantageous.


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We believe equality, diversity and inclusion are fundamental to making the University of Southampton a welcoming, vibrant and successful organisation.

Having a diverse workforce, inclusive of people of all ages and beliefs, from different racial, educational and social backgrounds opens up a wealth of possibilities, makes us more creative and accelerates our impact on society.

We welcome applicants that value the diversity of our community and are willing to play their part in supporting the mission of inclusivity.

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