Contracts Coordinator / Administrator (Temporary)

About the role

Our client, a leading organisation in the higher education sector, is seeking a proactive Contracts Coordinator/Administrator on a temporary basis. The role supports the Contracts and Compliance team, ensuring contracts are processed efficiently, records are accurate, and stakeholders receive high‑quality service.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and monitor shared inboxes and internal contract systems, identifying recurring queries and improvement opportunities.
• Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth information flow.
• Use judgement to spot issues, risks or sensitive matters and escalate appropriately.
• Administer the full contract lifecycle via electronic signature platforms, from document preparation to issuance and progress monitoring.
• Maintain and update contract templates and precedent documents, ensuring version control and accuracy.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing standard agreements using approved templates.
• Make routine contract amendments under supervision.
• Support contract review and negotiation by coordinating documentation, recording comments and tracking actions.
• Respond to routine queries and forward complex matters to senior colleagues.

Required profile

• Highly organised and proactive with strong attention to detail.
• Good judgement and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience or strong interest in contracts administration, governance or compliance within a regulated environment.

Required skills

• Familiarity with electronic signature platforms.
• Experience using contract management or document tracking systems.

What we offer

• Hybrid working model – two days per week in the London office.
• Immediate start with the possibility of extension or permanent placement.
• Development opportunities across a variety of contract and compliance processes.