CK Group are recruiting for a talented Commercial Contracts Manager to join an innovative drug discovery organisation based in Nottingham. This is a permanent full time role, offering hybrid working (3 days onsite).The Company: My client offers expertise across a broad range of therapeutic areas and biological target areas.The Role: Being part of the Business Development team, the successful candidate will support a range of contract activities which includes managing the full contract lifecycle: analysing contracts, dealing with IP assignments, contract negotiation, work orders and drafting documents.Responsibilities:Negotiation: liaise with customers drawing-up and facilitating the design of robust commercial agreements.Build and maintain business relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.Support the team with the full contract life cycle, i.e. developing and administering internal processes and contract template improvements.Negotiate contracts with customers regarding content, scope and delivery, identifying risks, develop solutions and strategies.Training and Development: Provide commercial and contract awareness training, and guidance on customer contracts.Provide post-contract management support.Your Background:Degree qualified in Business, Law, or Life Sciences.Experience in commercial contract management, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of agreements.Understanding of commercial contract development, intellectual property (IP)