Job Description

Key Information

Salary:

Appointments are usually made at the starting salary, but relevant skills and experience will be considered.

Contract:

Fixed-term, 2 years.

Hours:

35 hours per week (full-time). Part-time requests (minimum 0.8 FTE) will be considered.

Location:

Sutton with hybrid working. Occasional work from our Chelsea site.

Closing Date:

3 December 2025. We may close the vacancy early if we receive enough applications, so please apply as soon as possible.

Right to Work:

We cannot provide visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

Job Details

About the Role

As a Contracts Associate, you will be required to provide a professional and efficient contracts review, negotiation, and advice service to the ICR to enable a range of research and commercial activities



The ICR has recently implemented a new contracts lifecycle management system. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a modern way with contracts; significantly reducing administrative workload and intelligently automating routine tasks.

Key Requirements

Candidates must be educated to degree level or equivalent and have an understanding and knowledge of research contractual issues. They must have experience of working in a contracts team in a higher education or research organisation setting, with well-developed analytic and problem-solving skills. Candidates must have the ability to interpret contract terms, manage workloads and prioritise tasks effectively. Excellent communication and influencing skills and good interpersonal skills will also be required.

What We Offer

A supportive and collaborative working environment. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. Competitive salary and pension

Department/Directorate Information

The Institute of Cancer Research is one of the world's most influential cancer research organisations. Our mission is to make the discoveries that will defeat cancer. We're looking for a proactive and enthusiastic team member who understands the particular needs and landscape of an academic research institution.



As a member of the Business and Innovation Office, you will provide a professional and efficient contracts service to academics, clinicians, and professional services colleagues across the whole of ICR, negotiating and concluding a range of simple and intermediate research agreements.



We encourage all applicants to access the job pack attached for more detailed information regarding this role.

About The Institute of Cancer Research

Why work for us?

As a member of staff, you'll have exclusive access to a range of staff benefits.



The ICR is committed to supporting overseas applicants applying for roles, please click here to find out further information.



The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world's most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Further information about working at the ICR can be found here.

At the Institute of Cancer Research, we champion diversity as we believe it fuels innovation and drives impactful research. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, valuing diverse perspectives that enrich our work.

Don't let a checklist of qualifications hold you back - if you're passionate about the role, we want to hear from you. Your unique experiences and backgrounds contribute to the richness of our team. We are committed to being an equal opportunity for all, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other dimension of diversity. Join us in creating an inclusive environment where everyone's voice is heard and valued.