Contract Manager - Strategic Vendor Engagement (with De-merger Experience)
Hybrid (Birmingham HQ 1-2 days per week)
£450-500 P/D (ASAP start)
Outside IR35
Our customer is seeking a Contract Manager to be responsible for overseeing the full contract lifecycle for a varied portfolio of strategic suppliers, including those providing recruitment, HR and reward services, insurance brokerage, procurement support, and employee benefits. The role focuses on delivering commercial value, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining productive supplier relationships-particularly during key organisational changes such as de-mergers.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Contract Negotiation & Drafting:
* Take ownership of negotiating and drafting agreements across HR, recruitment, insurance, and employee benefits categories.
* Ensure all contracts are compliant with legal standards, commercially effective, and aligned with internal risk and policy frameworks.
2. Support During De-mergers & Transitions:
3. Offer expert contractual guidance throughout the planning and delivery of de-mergers or structural changes.
4. Revise existing supplier agreements to reflect changes in business ownership, service delivery, or organisational structure.
5. Contribute to the smooth separation of shared services while maintaining business ...