Contract Manager – Technology / Public Sector
Brussels (2–3 days per week)
€80,000 – €85,000 + benefits (open to negotiation depending on experience)
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Contract Manager to join a dynamic legal and commercial team supporting complex technology and transformation projects.
This role sits at the intersection of legal, commercial, and delivery, ensuring that client contracts are well-structured, effectively managed, and aligned with operational reality throughout their lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
* Support new business opportunities by contributing to contract structuring, risk assessment, and negotiations
* Manage contracts throughout their lifecycle, from mobilisation through to delivery and close-out
* Identify and mitigate legal, commercial, and operational risks within client engagements
* Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including:
-Master Services Agreements (MSAs)
-SaaS and outsourcing agreements
-Statements of Work (SoWs)
-Amendments and change orders
* Act as a key advisor to sales, delivery, and leadership teams on contractual matters
* Support contract governance, ensuring compliance with agreed terms and internal policies
* Manage contract changes and ensure all variations are properly documented and agreed
* Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and clients
Skills & Experience
* Qualified lawyer or relevant legal/commercial background
* Minimum 3+ years’ experience managing or negotiating IT / technology contracts
* Strong experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements
* Good understanding of contract risk in a delivery environment
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Fluent in English
🚨 Fluency in Flemish (Dutch) is a strict requirement. Candidates who do not meet this criterion cannot be considered due to the nature of the client base.
* French is a plus
What’s on Offer
* Opportunity to work on large-scale, complex projects across technology and public sector environments
* Collaborative, international team with strong exposure to senior stakeholders
* Ongoing learning and development opportunities
* Flexible working model (2–3 days per week in Brussels)
* Competitive salary and benefits, with flexibility depending on experience
If you’re interested in finding out more, contact Abigail Bailey at Abigail.Bailey@arguilesearch.com