Senior Contracts Administrator

Bytes is a top provider of premium IT solutions and services, working with SMEs, corporations, and public sector organizations to modernize and digitally transform their IT infrastructures. Founded in 1982, Bytes has experienced significant growth, now employing over 750 people across seven locations in the UK and Ireland, with a turnover surpassing £1.8 billion in 2023. At Bytes, we nurture talented individuals to achieve remarkable outcomes and are dedicated to supporting our employees through continuous training, guidance, and development to help you advance and fulfil your career goals. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, recognition and inclusivity and offer a wide range of benefits to support staff wellbeing. Your Future Starts Here PURPOSE OF JOB:To work with the Legal team to provide key support for efficient and effective contracts administration within the business with a focus on software and hardware supply, professional services and managed services. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Reviewing and responding to legal issues and enquiries from both internal and external customersEnsuring end-to-end management all contracts that pass through the Legal department – MSA, GTC, EULA, Reseller Agreements, Tenders, FrameworksReviewing key professional services Partner AgreementsResponding to general legal enquiriesINDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Working closely with the Vendor Ops, Sales, Tenders, Finance and Services teams to provide support to partners, customers and suppliers in drafting relevant contractsDrafting / redrafting and negotiating agreementsRepresenting Bytes in front of both customers and suppliers throughout commercial discussions and negotiationsSupporting the Legal team with contractual matters QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS: Educational Qualifications:Degree in Business or Law - EssentialYears of Experience1-2 years’ worth of experience in a contracts administration or legal administration role - Essential Other RequirementsNegotiation skills - DesirableA good understanding of both the UK legal system and commercial law - DesirableA general understanding of IT reseller relationships - DesirableExperience with public sector frameworks - DesirableCORE COMPETENCIES & SKILLS:Excellent communicator (written and verbal)Ability to liaise with staff at all levelsHigh attention to detailCapable of working largely independently Highly organised and able to plan and manage workload, and deliver excellent resultsProactive worker, focused and likes to see tasks through to completion