Our client is a growing International Non-Government Organisation (NGO) focused on voluntary and assisted returns and reintegration services. They work closely with governments, international organisations, and stakeholders to support dignified, compliant, and sustainable solutions for individuals returning to their home countries. Guided by strong values including integrity, inclusivity, innovation, and inspiration, their mission is to create Positive Futures for individuals and communities by partnering with clients globally and supporting individuals to rebuild their lives.

Building on this foundation, the organisation is entering a growth phase and expanding into escorting, detention management, and citizen services, strengthening its position as a solutions provider in immigration and justice.

Role overview

As Contract Manager, you will negotiate, draft, review, and provide advice on commercial agreements. You will work with a range of partners and external organisations, using information from multiple sources. This role offers variety across contracts within a growing international business.

Key responsibilities

Contract drafting and review

• Draft, review, and advise on a range of commercial agreements, including:

  • Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)

  • Teaming agreements

  • Supplier and service agreements

  • Subcontracts with prime contractors

• Ensure contracts align with applicable UK, Cypriot, and EU legal frameworks

• Maintain consistency with the organisation’s contractual standards and governance requirements

Negotiation support

• Support and, where required, lead contract negotiations with partners, suppliers, and prime contractors

• Provide clear, commercially focused advice during negotiations

• Identify key risk positions and propose mitigation strategies

Risk management and advisory

• Analyse contractual risks and present them clearly to senior leadership

• Develop practical recommendations to manage risk exposure

• Support decision-making on contractual structures and commitments

Regulatory and compliance

• Ensure contracts reflect relevant EU procurement and regulatory considerations where applicable

• Monitor legal and regulatory developments that may impact contractual arrangements

Corporate structuring support

• Provide input on contractual implications of corporate and operational structuring

• Advise on appropriate contracting models for international delivery (e.g. subsidiaries, partners, subcontractors)

Company secretarial and governance support

• Draft board minutes, resolutions, and supporting papers to a high standard

• Support the preparation and circulation of board and governance documentation

• Maintain accurate corporate records and documentation in line with Cypriot requirements

• Assist with coordinating governance processes, including approvals and record-keeping

• Ensure documentation reflects clear audit trails and decision-making rationale

Process improvement

• Develop and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and guidance notes

• Support continuous improvement of contract management and governance processes

Skills and experience

Essential

• Proven experience in a contract management, legal, or commercial role

• Strong working knowledge of English contract law

• Familiarity with Cypriot legal frameworks

• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, particularly services agreements and subcontracts

• Experience supporting or delivering company secretarial and governance functions (e.g. board minutes, resolutions)

• Ability to clearly communicate legal and commercial risks in plain English

• Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail

• Excellent time management skills

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple tasks

• Commercially minded with a pragmatic approach to legal risk

• Discreet and trustworthy with sensitive governance information

• Able to operate independently in a small, international organisation

• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills

• Clear, concise communicator (written and verbal)

Desirable

• Understanding of EU regulations, particularly in public sector or government contracting contexts

• Experience with cross-border or international corporate structures

• Legal qualification (Cyprus, UK, or other EU jurisdiction) or equivalent experience

• Experience working with government-funded or regulated programmes

• Understanding of immigration, justice, or related industries

Education (desirable)

• A degree in a relevant subject

• A legal qualification

Location

Flexible within Cyprus. Travel to the Limassol office and other locations is required.

Why join

• Be part of a growing organisation working in immigration and justice services

• Collaborative and mission-driven culture

• 13th salary

• 21 days annual leave plus bank holidays