Interim Contract Manager (Outside IR35)
We are seeking an experienced Interim Contract & Legal Transaction Manager to provide assurance, structure, and senior-level oversight across a high-volume, complex contract environment.
This role suits someone who thrives in fast-paced programmes, operates confidently with senior stakeholders, and works autonomously alongside internal teams and external legal advisors.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end contract management across multiple portfolios, covering both TSA and non-TSA agreements.
- Drive all contract actions through to completion, including novations, amendments, consents, replacements, and exits, ensuring alignment with programme timelines.
- Coordinate organisational and functional inputs required for legal entity set-up, working closely with internal legal teams.
- Track and manage all transactional and carve-out documentation to ensure readiness ahead of key signing milestones.
Experience Required
- Senior-level experience in contract management, procurement, commercial operations, or legal-adjacent roles.
- Demonstrable experience supporting complex transformation programmes, transactions, or carve-outs.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior leaders and external legal partners.
- High attention to detail and confidence managing large, complex contract populations.
- A proactive, authoritative delivery style with the ability to maintain governance and momentum with minimal oversight.
Engagement Details
- Outside IR35
- 3-month contract
- 1 day per week onsite (flexible/remote for remaining days)
- Immediate start preferred
If this role aligns with your experience, please submit your CV in the first instance.