Legal Contract Manager

.Legal Contract Manager page is loaded Legal Contract Managerlocations: London, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: R26\_Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Legal Contract Manager Location: London (with flexibility for hybrid working) Package: £Negotiable + Benefits# Role OverviewThe Legal Contract Manager will be responsible for managing, drafting, reviewing, and negotiating from a legal perspective a wide range of commercial agreements across the European division of Brown & Brown, a global market leading insurance brokerage firm. This role ensures commercial consistency, mitigates risk and supports business objectives while maintaining alignment with legal and regulatory requirements alongside company policies.# Key ResponsibilitiesContract Lifecycle Management: Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts including insurer/ upstream distribution agreements, supplier contracts and service-level agreements (including technology contracts), intragroup arrangements, and other ad hoc terms Consider commercial context and apply accepted insurance industry standards in process of drafting, reviewing and negotiating Apply and review Brown & Brown standard terms utilized across the business Maintain accurate records of all contracts and ensure timely renewals are notified to key stakeholders Manage amendment, novation and termination of contractsRisk & Compliance: Ensure all contracts comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies across multiple European jurisdictions Identify, document and mitigate contractual risks, escalating issues where necessary Where applicable, liaise with internal Risk & Compliance teammates to ensure regulatory matters are considered and integrated accordinglyStakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams (Legal, Finance, Operations, Tech Procurement, and Business Teammates in Europe and the US) to align contractual terms with business objectives Act as a key point of contact for contract-related queries across the European divisionProcess Improvement: Further develop and implement the existing best practices for contract management, including templates, playbooks and approval workflows Develop and manage the commercial contracts clause bank Support digitalization and AI initiatives for contract management systemsReporting & Analysis: Provide regular reports on contract status, risks and compliance metrics to senior management Monitor key performance indicators related to contract execution and adherence Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, or related field (Legal background preferred) Minimum 5 years of experience in contract management (financial services, insurance, or regulated industries preferred) Proven experience in managing and reviewing legal agreements Proven experience in process implementation and management Familiarity with contract management software and digital tools Skills & Competencies Excellent reviewing and drafting skills Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities Effective communication and stakeholder management skills Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team# Opportunity to work in a dynamic, growing European division of a global insurance brokerage firm Collaborative culture with a focus on professional development (included funded qualifications post probation Competitive salary and benefits packageWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in the diversity of our team and seek diversity in our applicants.Founded in 1939 as a small, two-partner firm, Brown & Brown (NYSE: BRO) and our team of companies have grown into one of the world's largest insurance brokerages while staying true to our foundation of trust, resilience and delivering results. With a team that is as connected locally as it is globally, our high-performing, highly collaborative team delivers innovative risk and insurance solutions.We look for individuals who embrace our culture, thrive in a collaborative environment, are driven to grow and succeed and are committed to always doing what is right. With a unique culture built on integrity, superior capabilities and grit, we value teamwork, trust and courage. We think of ourselves as a team, so we have teammates-not employees, and leaders-not managers. Everything we do is about the greater "WE"-never "me."While diverse in abilities and experience, we are all connected through our core values, a commitment to our local communities and a shared mission-always doing what is best for our customers.