Contracts - Business Partner (Secondment/Fixed Term Contract)
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Secondment/Fixed Term Contract for 18 Months
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Contracts Business Partner to join the Procurement team.
The successful candidate will ensure that designated contracts with third-party suppliers are managed to maximize benefits for the force while minimizing risks. Responsibilities include developing and implementing strategic contract management frameworks, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement in contract performance.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
* Ability to assess needs among staff and develop tailored training, then deliver it to enhance team capabilities.
* Proven interpersonal skills to promote professional relationships at all levels, demonstrating discretion, tact, diplomacy, multi-tasking, enthusiasm, initiative, and flexibility in demanding environments.
* Track record of managing high-value contracts to deliver measurable benefits like improved service outcomes, cost efficiencies, or risk mitigation.
* Ability to manage competing priorities, handle diverse information, and proactively solve problems with minimal supervision.
* Extensive commercial experience with strategic thinking and commercial judgment to meet the Force's needs.
* Capability to travel across the Force and complete assignments timely.
* Excellent analytical skills to identify trends, errors, and underlying issues from multiple information sources.
* Knowledge of handling commercial disputes.
Note: If applying as a permanent staff member, the role will be offered on secondment, supported by your line manager and department head. Unsupported secondments require a strong business rationale sent to RecruitmentPoliceStaff@thamesvalley.police.uk, referencing the role.
Additional benefits include 30 days annual leave (pro-rata for part-time), flexible working, lifestyle discounts, career development, and pension scheme options. For more info, visit the 'Supporting You' page linked at the bottom of the advert.
For queries, contact RecruitmentTeam@thamesvalley.police.uk quoting ref 3107. We aim to respond promptly.
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The closing date is Sunday 17 August 2025.
Additional Information
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Business Development and Sales
* Industry: Law Enforcement
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