Legal & Contracts Support Officer (Temporary)
Legal & Contracts Support Officer (Temporary)
Location: Home Based
Working Hours: Full Time or Part time, Flexible
Contract Type: Fixed Term, 6-10 Weeks.
Salary: £25,877.80£30,868 per annum. (Pro rata'd if part time)
Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.
About Waythrough
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.
About the Role
We are seeking a Legal & Contracts Support Officer to join the Legal & Contracts team on a temporary home-based contract for approximately 6–10 weeks. This role has been created to support backlog clearance of contracts, variations, and related documentation across a range of public sector agreements.
Working closely with the Legal & Contracts Manager, you will review and progress standard contracts and amendments, ensuring documentation is accurate, complete, and ready for execution. This is a fast-paced role suited to someone with prior contracts or legal support experience who can work independently and hit the ground running.
Key Duties
Review and progress standard contracts, variations, and amendments (including NHS and local authority agreements)
Carry out first-line review of routine contractual documents using templates and guidance
Identify missing information and resolve or escalate where appropriate
Liaise with internal teams to obtain required contract details
Maintain accurate records, trackers, and document systems (e.g. SharePoint, DocuSign)
Support alignment between contractual and financial information with Finance colleagues
Help reduce backlog and support timely contract completion
Work independently in a remote setting to manage priorities and deadlines
About You
You will have experience in a contracts, legal, or commercial support role and be confident handling high volumes of documentation accurately and efficiently.
You will be organised, proactive, and comfortable working remotely with minimal supervision. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential, along with the ability to prioritise workload and resolve issues quickly.
Experience with public sector contracts, SharePoint, or DocuSign is desirable. You will also share values of Kindness, Courage, and Respect.
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What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
Life assurance (3× annual salary)
Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals
£500 Recommend a Friend bonus
Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year
Inclusion and accessibility
Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.
We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.
If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: [email protected]
Closing Date:
2026-06-01
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Location: Home Based
Working Hours: Full Time or Part time, Flexible
Contract Type: Fixed Term, 6-10 Weeks.
Salary: £25,877.80£30,868 per annum. (Pro rata'd if part time)
Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.
About Waythrough
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.
About the Role
We are seeking a Legal & Contracts Support Officer to join the Legal & Contracts team on a temporary home-based contract for approximately 6–10 weeks. This role has been created to support backlog clearance of contracts, variations, and related documentation across a range of public sector agreements.
Working closely with the Legal & Contracts Manager, you will review and progress standard contracts and amendments, ensuring documentation is accurate, complete, and ready for execution. This is a fast-paced role suited to someone with prior contracts or legal support experience who can work independently and hit the ground running.
Key Duties
Review and progress standard contracts, variations, and amendments (including NHS and local authority agreements)
Carry out first-line review of routine contractual documents using templates and guidance
Identify missing information and resolve or escalate where appropriate
Liaise with internal teams to obtain required contract details
Maintain accurate records, trackers, and document systems (e.g. SharePoint, DocuSign)
Support alignment between contractual and financial information with Finance colleagues
Help reduce backlog and support timely contract completion
Work independently in a remote setting to manage priorities and deadlines
About You
You will have experience in a contracts, legal, or commercial support role and be confident handling high volumes of documentation accurately and efficiently.
You will be organised, proactive, and comfortable working remotely with minimal supervision. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential, along with the ability to prioritise workload and resolve issues quickly.
Experience with public sector contracts, SharePoint, or DocuSign is desirable. You will also share values of Kindness, Courage, and Respect.
For Full Job Description Please Click Here
What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
Life assurance (3× annual salary)
Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals
£500 Recommend a Friend bonus
Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year
Inclusion and accessibility
Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.
We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.
If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: [email protected]
Closing Date:
2026-06-01
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