Contract Specialist, P/T 22.5hrs (3 days) per week
Working closely with Sales, CSO, Business Planning, Finance, and Legal, the role ensures that commercial processes, customer engagement standards, and organisational governance are consistently applied and adhered to. The role supports the structuring and review of commercial proposals but holds no responsibility for pricing decisions.
Legal retains full ownership of legal terms, legal risk assessment and approval of any non-standard contractual provisions. The Contract Specialist ensures early Legal engagement, clear communication of commercial risks, and adherence to contract governance processes across the business, including escalation of contractual deviations or complex legal issues to the Legal team.
This role is combined as part of a job share with another Contract Specialist
This is a part time role, 22.5hrs (3 days) per week based on a pro-rata salary of up to £48k dependant on experience
At Canon, we’ve been inspiring people to capture and share their world for over 85 years. As a global leader in imaging and innovation, we’re driven by bold ideas, collaboration, and a commitment to making a positive impact. We’re proud of our diverse, inclusive culture and our philosophy of Kyosei – living and working together for the common good. We welcome applicants from all communities and backgrounds.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a diverse, energetic team, joining 50+ nationalities at our Stockley Park Head Office
- Enjoy hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 from home)
- Benefit from flexible hours, professional development, and a wide range of perks
- Minimum of 25 days of personal holiday per year with up to 5 days of available holiday purchase
- Access a competitive salary, benefits, a generous pension scheme and up to 38% discount on Canon products
- Be part of a company that values sustainability, inclusion, and your personal growth
- Great transport links- Elizabeth Line and Stockley Park low-cost Shuttle Bus and free parking on site
If you are ready to make an impact – we’d love to hear from you.
As the Contract Specialist you will have the following skills and experience:
- Ideally from a commercial contracting background with technical knowledge, legal contracting understanding and able to demonstrate the ability to manage - contractual negotiations.
- Commercial contracting and negotiation experience, with the ability to operate within established legal templates, playbooks and governance frameworks.
- Understanding of contract law, commercial terms and negotiation skills
- Team player who can develop a productive relationship with colleagues across the channel and wider organisation, including CEL.
- Both business and commercially minded
- Excellent communication and influencing skills
Analytical skills with the ability to interpret detailed commercial information
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Canon’s Core Behaviours
Drives for results
Focus on the Customer
Take ownership and accountability
Act as a team player
Shows courage and conviction
People orientated
Caring for self and others
This role is combined as part of a job share with another Contract Specialist
This is a part time role, 22.5hrs (3 days) per week based on a pro-rata salary of up to £48k dependant on experience
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