Job Description
Contract Manager
Band 7 (£47,809 - £54,710 per annum)
Full-Time | Permanent
Hybrid Working
About the Role:
We are seeking a commercially focused and detail-oriented Contract Manager to join a forward-thinking organisation delivering high-performing services across the public sector. This newly created role offers the opportunity to manage a portfolio of high-value contracts, with a particular focus on capital and estates procurement, supporting strategic procurement and commercial development in a fast-paced, values-driven environment.
Reporting to the Head of Contract Management, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring contractual compliance, supplier performance, and value for money across a range of operational and corporate service contracts. This is a hands-on role requiring strong analytical skills, excellent stakeholder engagement, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Manage service and supply contracts, ensuring performance against KPIs and contractual obligations
2. Support the development and implementation of procurement and contract management policies
3. Provide commercial advice on contract variations, supplier negotiations, and service development
4. Monitor spend levels and support financial reporting, accruals, and budget planning
5. Maintain contract documentation and syst...