Sales Contract Manager

Shape high-value commercial contracts and IP strategy for a national public body

Senior high-impact role blending legal expertise, public governance and delivery

About Our Client

The College of Policing is the professional body for policing in England and Wales, responsible for setting professional standards and supporting forces nationally and internationally. Operating in a complex public sector and commercial environment, the College manages a wide range of contracts, licences and partnerships that support public safety, innovation and income generation.

Job Description

Drafting, reviewing, negotiating and managing commercial agreements including sales contracts, licences, grants, MOUs and partnership agreements

Ensuring compliance with applicable law, internal governance and HM Treasury requirements (including Managing Public Money)

Advisingstakeholders on contractual risk, obligations, liabilities and appropriate commercial terms

Managing the full contract lifecycle, including amendments, renewals, extensions and terminations

Supporting intellectual property matters, including ownership, use and potential infringement issues

Working collaboratively with commercial, legal, finance, procurement and operational teams

Developing and improving contract templates, processes and guidance

The Successful Applicant

You will have proven experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, ideally within a public sector or regulated environment. You will bring strong knowledge of UK contract law, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple agreements simultaneously. Experience of intellectual property matters and working with internal stakeholders and legal advisers is highly desirable. Vetting & Clearance

This role requires Non-Police Personnel Vetting Level 2 (NPPV2).

Fast track vetting typically takes 4-6 weeks but can take longer.

Vetting is unlikely to be transferable unless completed within the last 6-12 months. NPPV2 generally requires at least three years' UK residency and includes PNC, PND, intelligence and financial checks.Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK with indefinite leave and at least three years of UK residency to meet the College's nationality, UK residency and vetting requirements

What's on Offer

The College of Policing offers an attractive public sector reward package, including:* Salary: Grade T3-17 - National £47,720-£59,330 or London £52,758-£64,438

Pension: Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 28.97%

Annual leave: Up to 31.5 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays and 1 privilege day

Working pattern: Designated homeworking role or office-based at Ryton-on-Dunsmore, Durham, Harrogate or London; hybrid working available

Flexibility: Full-time role with flexible working options, including compressed hours

Benefits: Enhanced family leave, Benenden Healthcare, National Dental Plan, season ticket loans, discounts, employee support line, rewards and recognition scheme

Development: Ongoing CPD, structured career paths and role-specific learning and development Closing date: 15 May 2026