Job Description
Job Title: Legal and Compliance Manager
Salary: Up to £50,000
Location: Nottingham, Onsite in a new office
Reports to: Head of Commercial & Sales
About Our Client
Our client is a global leader in transportation technology, focused on driving smarter, greener,
and more efficient urban mobility solutions. With innovation at the core of their work, they
empower public transit providers worldwide to optimise operations and enhance passenger
experiences. Committed to sustainability, our client tackles the unique challenges of modern
transportation, from real-time data management to eco-friendly travel, making a meaningful
impact on the future of mobility.
The Role
We are looking for a Legal and Compliance Manager with a strong legal foundation, ideally
gained in a legal practice or corporate compliance environment. This critical role is responsible
for ensuring the commerciality and compliance of all contracts, bid, and tender documentation.
You will provide essential support by reviewing contracts, managing compliance processes, and
monitoring regulatory updates, enabling strategic, risk-aware decision-making within a fast-
paced, technology-driven environment.
The Environment
Based in our client’s newly established Nottingham office, you’ll work in a collaborative, cutting-
edge environment designed to foster innovation and compliance excellence. As a key member
of the team, you’ll engage in a blend of autonomous work and teamwork, ensuring that all legal
and compliance efforts align with the company& commercial objectives. This role is ideal for a proactive professional ready to shape compliance policies and contribute to sustainable mobility
solutions.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a detail-oriented, commercially-minded Legal and Compliance Manager with
experience in legal and compliance management. You should be adept at reviewing contracts,
identifying compliance gaps, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure all
documentation supports strategic and commercial goals. Strong communication skills and a
proactive approach to compliance are essential for success in this role.
Key Responsibilities
● Contract Review & Compliance Management: Review legal and commercial
contracts, bid documents, and tenders to ensure they meet organisational standards,
regulatory requirements, and support commercial goals.
● Collaboration with Legal Team: Work closely with the central legal team to implement
necessary updates and maintain compliant documentation.
● Legal Support for Commercial Activities: Partner with finance and commercial teams
to optimise contract value, ensuring alignment with strategic and commercial objectives.
● Customer Contract Governance: Oversee the management of customer contracts,
maintaining a compliant framework with well-organised, validated, and current
documentation.
● Policy Development & Implementation: Shape and enforce compliance policies to
uphold international standards and support operational compliance.
● Regulatory Monitoring & Advising: Stay updated on regulatory changes, advising
internal teams on impacts and making necessary policy adjustments.
● Detailed Reporting: Prepare legal and compliance reports for senior management,
offering insights that support commerciality and compliance.
● Process and Data Improvement: Enhance administrative processes, data
management, and reporting to uncover opportunities for continuous improvement.
● Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify compliance gaps, recommending
solutions to strengthen the organisation's compliance framework.
Key Skills & Qualifications
● Legal and Compliance Expertise: Solid experience in legal and compliance
management, ideally gained within a legal practice or corporate setting, with a focus on
commercial contracts and compliance.
● Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, or a related discipline,
demonstrating strong analytical and legal skills.
● Commercial Acumen: Ability to ensure contracts, bids, and tenders are commercially
sound and aligned with the organisation’s objectives.
● Regulatory Knowledge: Familiar with international compliance requirements, especially
relevant to technology or infrastructure projects.
● Attention to Detail: A sharp analytical mindset with a proactive approach to identifying
compliance issues.
● Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal skills to convey legal and
compliance insights clearly to stakeholders.
● Organisational Ability: Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask
effectively, managing a diverse array of compliance responsibilities.
Get in Touch
If you feel you have the legal and compliance expertise for this role, please reach out to our
Talent Partner, Kelly Bradley, for a confidential conversation about this opportunity and your
potential fit within our client’s mission to revolutionise urban mobility.