Employer: Wokingham Borough Council
Salary: £31,537 – £35,413 Per Annum, Plus Benefits (Pay Award Pending)
Location: Shute End, Wokingham, Shute End/Home Working
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week.
DBS Check: No
Closing Date: 28/06/2026 at 23:00
Reference: 712598
Overview
We have an excellent opportunity available for a Contracts Officer to join our Contracts, Performance and Assurance Team in Adult Services on a Full‑time, Permanent basis.
As a Contracts Officer, you will support the Senior Contract Manager to follow our Contract Management Framework and keep contract processes running smoothly.
You will provide a helpful and efficient service to colleagues and partners, including carrying out supplier checks, managing communication about contract changes, and helping to set up both new and existing contracts.
You’ll track expiring contracts and coordinate necessary actions, liaising with contract leads, Procurement, Legal, Finance, and Commissioners, while acting as a mentor for the Contract Assistant.
This role suits someone organised, accurate, and professional, with experience in contract management, procurement, or customer service, and the ability to meet deadlines and support others.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out key admin tasks for contract management: checking providers, communicating any contract changes, and coordinating work for new or updated contracts.
* Support the Senior Contract Manager (Adults) to deliver the Contract Management Framework for Adult Social Care.
* Use your knowledge to support key projects and help develop policies, strategies, and plans, including responding to changes in law and guidance.
* Support a culture of forward thinking and improvement that delivers value for money and better outcomes for residents.
* Oversee the contract admin work carried out by the Contract Assistant and provide support and guidance in the role.
Candidate Requirements
* Good understanding of the laws and guidance around Adult Social Care.
* A relevant qualification, or similar experience in customer service, contract management, or procurement.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt your style for different audiences.
* Experience working in a customer‑focused role and providing a high level of service.
Benefits
* Generous Annual Leave – 28 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays.
* Local Government Pension Scheme.
* GP Helpline – Available 7 days a week.
* Employee Assistance Programme – Including a 24/7 Your Care Helpline.
* Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines.
* Free Onsite Gym – Located at Shute End Offices, Wokingham.
* Salary Sacrifice Schemes – Including Car and Cycle to Work schemes.
* Local & Lifestyle Discounts – Save on shopping, entertainment, dining out & more.
* Move through Menopause Course.
* Sports & Social Group Activities – Including running, football, cricket & more.
* Learning & Development Opportunities.
* Employee Networks.
Employment Information
This position is advertised as part of the Wokingham Borough Council's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and as an equal opportunities employer.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.
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