Contracts & Compliance Manager

About Us

At Filtronic, we design and manufacture advanced RF and microwave solutions that power critical communication networks across the globe. Working with leading technology partners, we are at the forefront of innovation in high-frequency electronics.

We are now seeking an experienced Contracts & Compliance Manager to join our legal team and play a key role in supporting our continued growth.

The Role

Reporting to the General Counsel & Company Secretary, you will act as a trusted advisor to the business, managing contractual arrangements while strengthening our compliance and governance framework.

This is a high-impact role where you will balance legal risk, commercial objectives, and operational priorities across a dynamic and fast-paced technology environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Management

• Manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including drafting, negotiation, execution, and renewal
• Develop and maintain standard contract templates and clauses
• Advise stakeholders on contractual risks, obligations, and commercial implications
• Monitor contract performance, milestones, and compliance
• Drive improvements in contract management processes and systems
• Work with frameworks such as UK DEFCONs and US FAR/DFARS (desirable)

Compliance & Governance

• Monitor and interpret regulatory and legal developments
• Conduct compliance risk assessments, audits, and gap analyses
• Support policy development and implementation
• Deliver training and guidance on compliance matters
• Assist with investigations and incident management

Export Control

• Support compliance with UK, EU, and US export control and sanctions regimes (desirable)

Requirements:
About You

You are a commercially minded professional with strong legal or compliance expertise and the ability to work confidently across multiple stakeholders. We would like you to have a legal or relevant professional qualification, good judgement and be a confident decision-maker.

You will bring:

• Significant experience in contracts management and/or compliance
• Strong knowledge of contract law and regulatory frameworks
• Legal or relevant professional qualification
• Experience in a technology or regulated industry environment
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail

Desirable:

• Experience with defence or government contracting frameworks
• Knowledge of export controls
• Legal or relevant professional qualification

Why Join Filtronic?

• Work with an AIM listed award winning company who are sector leaders
• Be part of a collaborative, innovative, and growing business
• Influence key decisions across contracts, compliance, and governance
• Opportunity to shape and enhance business-critical processes

Benefits:
We recognise the value of exceptional talent. That's why this role is backed by an excellent salary and benefits package.

Please call our Talent Partner, Bruce Mair on 07483 917543 (anytime) if you would like to chat about this role or clarify the salary and benefits prior to investing your time applying.

Although the role is advertised as remote, the successful candidate may be occasionally required to attend meetings at company offices or other locations within the UK as business needs arise.

Filtronic plc is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability status. If you require any adjustments or accommodations to support you during the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to assist.