Contract Change Specialist

Capita; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Gym on site

Shops on site

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Capita is seeking a Contract Change Specialist to shape and manage changes across the Selborne contract, collaborating with the Royal Navy, delivery partners and suppliers. This hybrid, full-time role (37.5 hours weekly) is based in the UK with two on-site days at HMS Collingwood, HMS Sultan or HMS Excellent; it is a fixed-term contract to Sept 2027 and requires UK Security Clearance (SC).

You will coordinate change requests, maintain documentation, produce reports and build strong stakeholder

Qualifications

• Excellent stakeholder management with ability to engage at all levels.
• Experience with project and risk analysis.
• Ability to collect and present business information clearly.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced contracting programme.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate contract change requests across the Selborne programme.
• Support the Contract Change Manager in delivering changes effectively and on time.
• Maintain accurate change documentation, records and tracking logs.
• Prepare reports, forecasts and management information to support decision-making.
• Build relationships with customers, partners and key stakeholders.
• Identify, manage and escalate risks, issues, assumptions and dependencies.
• Coordinate subject matter experts and technical teams to develop change solutions.
• Act as the main contact for contract changes, ensuring outcomes and benefits are delivered.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project analysis

Risk analysis

Business information analysis

Tools

SharePoint

MS Project

Word

Excel

Job description

As a Contract Change Specialist, you'll play a key role in shaping and managing change across the Selborne contract. Working closely with The Royal Navy, delivery partners and suppliers, you'll help ensure changes are implemented smoothly, efficiently and in line with contractual requirements.

This is a highly visible role where you'll build strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, coordinate complex change activities and help drive continuous improvement across the programme.

This role may suit someone who is currently in a project support/coordinator role and looking to take the next step.

Job Title

Contract Change Specialist

Job Description

• Full-time role, 37.5 hours a week
• Hybrid – 2 days a week in HMS Collingwood, HMS Sultan or HMS Excellent
• Fixed term contract opportunity until Sept 2027
• Due to the nature of this role, you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC level).

What You’ll Be Doing

• Manage and coordinate contract change requests across the Selborne programme.
• Support the Contract Change Manager in delivering changes effectively and on time.
• Maintain accurate change documentation, records and tracking logs.
• Prepare reports, forecasts and management information to support decision-making.
• Build strong relationships with customers, partners and key stakeholders.
• Identify, manage and escalation risks, issues, assumptions and dependencies.
• Coordinate subject matter experts and technical teams to develop effective change solutions.
• Act as the main point of contact for contract changes, ensuring agreed outcomes and benefits are delivered.

Essential Skills/Experience/Qualifications

What we’re looking for

• Excellent Stakeholder management skills - Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with stakeholders, clients and superiors at all levels and in all areas of management
• Good experience of using Microsoft tools (SharePoint MS Project, Word, Excel ect)
• Project and Risk Analysis experience
• Consolidated experience in the provision, analysis and presentation of relevant business information

Desirable Skills/Experience/Qualifications

• Previous experience of Project Management either Prince2 Practitioner or APMP qualified would be an advantage

About Selborne

Selborne is a bold, £1 billion, 12-year transformation of Royal Navy training, led by Capita and a powerhouse consortium known as Team Fisher — including Raytheon UK, Fujitsu, and the University of Lincoln. Together, we’re modernising military education with cutting-edge tech like simulators and data analytics, all under a collaborative "one team" approach with the Royal Navy. It’s a shared mission to deliver smarter, more effective training for sailors and marines across the naval enterprise. To learn more please visit: Royal Navy education & training Selborne | Careers at Capita

What’s in it for you?

• Salary of up to £36,000 pro rata
• Enjoy flexible benefits including extra leave purchase, paid volunteering days, enhanced family leave, lifestyle discounts, and access to inclusive employee networks — all designed to support your wellbeing and personal growth.
• Onsite, secure parking
• Catering facilities, Gym and shops onsite
• Rewarding role making a real difference to those joining and progressing within the Royal Navy
• Ability to gain further qualifications and full training given

Unlock Your Potential with Capita

At Capita, your career can take you wherever your ambition leads. You'll become part of a diverse network of talented, forward-thinking professionals working across a wide range of disciplines and sectors. We’re committed to your growth — offering exciting opportunities to expand your skills, explore new paths, and advance your career. Join us and discover a career with purpose. #CareersWithPurpose

Equal Opportunities

Capita is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process. We’re a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from everyone. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail] or call 07784 237318.

For more on equal opportunities and available adjustments, visit the Capita Careers website.

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Location

Fareham,
United Kingdom

Time Type

Full time

Contract Type

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)