What's involved with this role: JOB TITLE: Governance Compliance & Systems Officer - Procurement Officer REF: Bournemouth 5270957 Pay rate: £15.84 per hour PAYE Contract Type: Temporary, Anticipated 2 to 3 months Working Arrangement: Hybrid working with a mixture of office and remote working. In order to apply for this role you will have Knowledge of procurement and contract management processes, ideally within the public sector. Strong understanding of governance and compliance principles within a local authority context is also needed. Transferable skills may also be considered. The role: On behalf of a local council, we are seeking a Governance Compliance & Systems Officer to support the procurement and contract management functions within the council, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, governance frameworks, and council policies. The post holder will work closely with the Senior Governance, Compliance, and Systems Officer to implement and maintain systems and processes that facilitate effective procurement and contract oversight, contributing to transparency, accountability, and value for money. The team are looking for a junior contractor to join a small, collaborative team of three, with an immediate start. The ideal candidate will bring transferable skills, a flexible mindset, and the ability to quickly adapt to new tasks. Key Responsibilities: Supporting project work, particularly the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to strengthen team resilience Reviewing and updating configuration records to ensure alignment with current SOPs and templates Assisting with day-to-day operational tasks as required Act as a key liaison between the procurement service and internal departments (e.g. legal, finance) to ensure governance and compliance in procurement activities Assist in identifying and managing risks related to procurement and contract management, escalating any high-risk issues to senior officers when necessary Contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement processes and systems, driving efficiency and ensuring best practices Assist in the review and evaluation of supplier contracts, ensuring they align with the council’s policies, ethical standards, and value for money principles Maintain awareness of changes in procurement law, industry trends, and regulatory updates to ensure ongoing compliance. What the client is looking for: Knowledge of procurement and contract management processes, ideally within the public sector Familiarity with UK procurement regulations, including the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and other relevant legislation Strong understanding of governance and compliance principles within a local authority context Proficient in the use of procurement and contract management systems, with experience in data management and system optimisation Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills Ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders, both written and verbal Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines Experience in public sector procurement or contract management roles is desirable Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., CIPS, procurement, governance, or compliance certifications) is desirable Experience in delivering training or system support for procurement tools is desirable Familiarity with public sector governance frameworks and audit processes is desirable How to Apply Quote the Job Title and Reference Number in your application. Submit your CV in Word format. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis—early submission is recommended. We will also add your details to our mail out lists. Please note you may receive details of roles outside of your immediate vicinity, as many candidates are able to relocate temporarily for work. Please disregard any such emails that are not of interest and let us know if you would rather not receive such mailouts and/or if you wish us to delete your details and prefer to apply direct to our advertised roles. If you do not hear from us within three working days, unfortunately your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion. Thank you for your interest in working with us Please quote the Job Title & Vacancy Reference No. in your application, or we will be unable to match your CV to the role being applied for. AD Please note that clients invariably ask us to strip out contact details from CVs before we submit them for consideration. This is always quicker and easier to do if you send your CV to us in Word format, rather than as a PDF please.