Commercial Contracts Assistant / Analyst

Symphony Group; Barnsley; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading kitchen and bedroom supplier in Barnsley is looking for a Commercial Contracts Assistant/Analyst. The role involves contract reviews, identifying risks, and liaising with customers and internal teams. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and experience with contracts in the construction industry. This position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid work option. Apply today and join a dedicated team in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• High attention to detail required for contract reviews.
• Ability to efficiently read and digest a high volume of documentation.
• Strong organizational skills to manage workload and deadlines.
• Prior experience with contracts, especially in construction (JCT beneficial).

Responsibilities

• Complete full contract reviews and propose amendments.
• Identify commercial risks and adhere to protocols.
• Attend and support internal and customer-facing meetings.
• Liaise with internal departments and customers via phone/email.
• Manage team email inbox and generate reports from contract database.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Computer literacy

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Commercial Contracts Assistant / Analyst

• Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

An exciting vacancy has arisen within the Commercial Contracts (in-house legal) team for an additional Commercial Contracts Assistant/Analyst, based at Head Office in Barnsley (hybrid option to work from home at line manager's discretion). Working hours will be Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week.

About us

Symphony is the leading supplier of fitted kitchens and bedrooms for new build homes with a market share of over 50%. They supply leading housebuilders such as Barratt and Taylor Wimpey, as well as developers of inner city high rise projects and social housing providers where a diverse product range and outstanding service sets Symphony apart. Their investment in the largest field based team in the industry, along with outstanding manufacturing capabilities, delivery process and after-sales service means they have built strong long-term relationships with their customers. We are an Equal Opportunities company and abide by the Equalities Act 2010.

Key responsibilities

• Completing full contract reviews to propose and negotiate amendments.
• Identifying commercial risk and adhering to authorisation/escalation protocol.
• Hosting/attending/supporting customer-facing and internal meetings.
• Reviewing and signing customer meeting minutes.
• Liaising and working closely with internal departments (such as sales and finance).
• Interacting directly with customers and internal teams (via telephone and email).
• Preparing cover letters and processing documents for signature.
• Maintaining accurate records (electronic systems, spreadsheets, and hardcopy filing).>
• Manage and generate reports from the contract database.
• Manage the team email inbox to acknowledge, action or direct queries accordingly.
• Provide input to the weekly team call on progress and tasks.
• Drafting and processing contractual notices.
• Delivery of in-house staff training.
• Other ad hoc duties.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to read and digest a high volume of documentation efficiently and accurately.
• Strong organisational skills to manage your own workload and meet strict deadlines.
• Prior experience with contracts in the construction industry (JCT is highly beneficial).

You will be

• A reliable team player who displays a positive and flexible attitude.
• A confident communicator able to interact at all levels and adapt to different customers.
• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Computer literate (such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook).

Both internal and external training will be provided.

This position will be rewarded with a competitive salary. In order for your application to be taken further please state your required salary.

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become our Commercial Contracts Assistant / Analyst then please click ‘apply’ today – don’t miss out, they’d love to hear from you!