Contracts Lead

Contracts Lead - Construction

From £98,000 + 5% Welcome Bonus + £7,500 Flex Allowance + up to 30% Bonus + Benefits

This role takes an office first hybrid approach here at London Gatwick, with three days a week in the office, two days remote, managed around the needs of the business.

What is the role?

London Gatwick is evolving rapidly, presenting an exciting opportunity for a Contracts Lead to play a pivotal role in shaping how we deliver major construction projects across the airport. As Contracts Lead, you'll sit at the heart of our Construction function, driving excellence in contract strategy, governance, and dispute resolution. You'll work closely with project teams, procurement, and legal specialists to ensure our contracts deliver value, minimise risk, and support successful project outcomes.

What will you do?

• Lead contract expertise across the Construction team, supporting all contract forms with a focus on NEC
• Own and continuously improve Gatwick's suite of standard contract templates
• Provide assurance that contracts are clear, robust, and fit for purpose
• Manage and resolve commercial queries, disputes, and escalations
• Lead dispute resolution processes and meetings, ensuring optimal outcomes
• Partner with the Construction Lawyer to ensure compliance and governance
• Support procurement strategy by advising on the right contract approach for each project
• Negotiate rates with consultants and contractors to achieve best market value
• Deliver training and share best practice across programme teams
• Identify opportunities to drive cost and programme efficiencies through effective contract use
• Foster collaborative relationships across the supply chain to reduce disputes and enhance long term value

Do you have what we're looking for?

• Degree (or equivalent experience) in Construction Law, Commercial Management, or a related field
• Deep knowledge of NEC contracts and Construction Law
• Proven experience managing contract claims and disputes in complex environments
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Experience supporting major infrastructure or capital programmes
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast paced, evolving environment
• Commercially astute with a track record of delivering against challenging targets
• Professional membership (e.g. RICS) is desirable

What's in it for you?

• 5% Welcome Bonus
• Performance based bonus scheme
• High street shops and restaurant discounts
• Healthcare scheme
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional training to develop
• Free holiday parking
• Discounted travel to work schemes
• Free on site parking
• Volunteer days

Inclusive & equal opportunity

London Gatwick supports an inclusive recruitment process, enabling you to perform at your best. Please let us know, as part of your application, if you require any reasonable adjustments.