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We do this by turning scientific discoveries into peer reviewed knowledge, hosting the world’s richest corpus of knowledge, allowing users to unlock insights from content and by measuring the quality and impact of research - turning insights into outcomes.\nAbout the Role\nAs a Contract Manager, Sales, you will support Elsevier's sales contracting activity by preparing, reviewing and negotiating sales contracts, amendments, renewals, order forms, terms and conditions and related legal documents. Support to our Sales will be part of the support. You will be part of a One Team approach, working in close collaboration with Sales, Legal, Account Support and Finance to enable compliant commercial outcomes, strong customer experience and operational efficiency.\nThis role suits someone who is building and demonstrating a strong contracting profile: technically accurate, commercially aware, responsive and confident using Elsevier templates, policies, toolkits and approval routes. 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We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, flexible working arrangements, study assistance and access to learning and development resources, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.\nWorking flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive.\nWorking for you\nWe know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. 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Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world’s grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.\n\nWe know your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits. Clickhereto access benefits specific to your location.\nWe are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form or please contact 1-855-833-5120.\nCriminals may pose as recruiters asking for money or personal information. 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