Contract Negotiator, Liberty Global
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3 days a week in office (Southwark, London)
Global telecoms company & tech investor
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Global telecoms company & tech investor
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
+ bonus scheme
More information about location
3 days a week in office (Southwark, London)
1001+ employees
Company mission
To build tomorrow’s connections today, bringing people together through the power of technology.
Role
Who you are
- A degree in law, business, or a related field is preferred but not essential
- Knowledge of contract law, public contract regulatory requirements, and industry-specific legal considerations
- A background in commercial law or contract negotiation / management
- Familiarity with working with Government funding schemes and public procurement would be beneficial
- Knowledge of the wider EV industry would be beneficial but not essential
- Ability to assess complex contract terms and identify potential risks and opportunities
- Capable of interpreting legal jargon and translating it into business-friendly language to make informed decisions
- Exceptional attention to detail to ensure accuracy in contract terms, compliance with regulations, and alignment with business objectives
- Ability to spot inconsistencies, errors, and potential legal or commercial pitfalls in contract documentation
- Strong persuasion and negotiation skills to achieve favorable outcomes while maintaining positive relationships with clients, partners, and vendors
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and stay focused on securing the best terms for the organization
- Experience of reviewing commercial and property contracts and identifying risks across a range of commercial and legal matters
- Deep understanding of business operations, financial implications of contract terms, and how contracts contribute to business success
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate contract terms, explain complex concepts, and influence stakeholders
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly, and a hands-on approach is essential Strong sense of ethics and professional integrity, ensuring that contracts are negotiated fairly and comply with legal and company standards
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, especially legal, finance, and business development, to achieve mutually beneficial contract terms
- Team-oriented with a strong sense of responsibility and ownership in contract negotiations
- Familiarity with framework and contract templates, terms, and standard clauses used across the EV industry
- Ability to identify, assess, and manage commercial, legal, and operational risks in contracts
- Strong organisational and time management skills to handle multiple contracts simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to deadlines
- Ability to prepare and deliver clear and comprehensive reports, executive summaries, and presentations for senior leadership
What the job involves
- We are looking for a Contract Negotiator to work in our Public Sector team, primarily with Local Authorities across the UK. Reporting to the Public Sector Partnerships Director, the role will be responsible for managing the sell-side contractual negotiations with our B2G clients
- Review tender and direct award specifications and contracts (whether drafted by Believ or based on the buyer's terms) to assess, identify and mitigate commercial and legal risks
- Analyse and interpret legal documents, offering strategic pragmatic advice and recommendations on key contractual elements (such as termination rights, liabilities, and indemnity clauses) to ensure a balanced risk/reward approach is taken
- Collaborate with the Business Development Managers to support the negotiation of contract terms, including payment schedules, deliverables, performance metrics, warranties, liabilities, and property agreements (leases/licenses); ensuring these align with tender requirements, company goals and legal guidelines
- Ensure the negotiation of all terms, including payment schedules, deliverables, performance metrics, warranties, and liabilities, aligns with company goals and legal guidelines
- Work closely with Legal, Finance, and Commercial functions to ensure alignment on contractual terms and compliance
- Liaise with external stakeholders at all levels to ensure all agreements comply with relevant procurement frameworks, industry regulations and legal requirements
- Contribute to contract review and approval processes, ensuring that all aspects align with company objectives and compliance standards
- Contribute to contract and executive summaries, highlighting key contractual obligations and risks to ensure transparency
- Maintain comprehensive records of all contract negotiations to ensure transparency and accuracy
- Develop and maintain a standardised framework for identifying, assessing, and managing contract-related risks, including contributing to the bid library
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and ensure the team is up to date on new legislation, market trends, and industry standards
- Suggest improvements to contract templates, processes, and procedures to enhance efficiency and mitigate risks
- Stay informed on industry trends, relevant legislation and market conditions to proactively advise on potential contract-related opportunities or threats
- Ensure any modifications to contracts due to disputes are properly documented and aligned with business objectives
- Provide occasional guidance and support in the negotiation of contract renewals in collaboration with Account Managers
Salary benchmarks
Our take
Liberty Global is a world leader in broadband, video, and mobile communications, responsible for top brands such as Virgin Media-02 in the UK, VodafoneZiggo in The Netherlands, and Sunrise in Switzerland. The company also actively invests in and launches infrastructure, content, and technology ventures, such as EV charging network company Believ (formerly Liberty Charge), green energy brand Egg, and AtlasEdge Data Centers, among others.
The company has been undeniably successful, having created an impressive family of brands containing both big names and smaller innovators - its investment arm has a portfolio of more than 75 companies ranging from ITV to cloud-native app protection platform Lacework. In its own words, its scale allows it to "transfer knowledge and expertise across our operations and investments", enabling all brands within its roster to benefit from its industry leading experience.
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Company benefits
- Comprehensive health plan
- Paid volunteer time off
- Healthy food and snacks
- Flexible working
- Learning and development opportunities
- Retirement scheme
Company values
- WE ARE STRAIGHT UP: We are authentic, transparent and do the right thing for our customers and our organization.
- WE ARE LIMITLESS: We’re bold and set new standards in all that we do.
- WE ARE UNITED: We collaborate and embrace our differences to achieve our goals.
- WE ARE AGILE: We are resilient. We strive to embrace change, evolve, transform and adapt quickly.
Company HQ
Hammersmith, London, UK
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Leadership
Mike Fries
(CEO)Was a member of the Liberty Global founding team, and launched the company’s international expansion. Since then, they have served in various strategic and operating capacities, finally being appointed as CEO in 2005.
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