Contract Manager

The Investigo Group; Liverpool City Region; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical

Continuous learning and development opportunities

Bonus potential based on performance

Discounts on products and services

Pension scheme contributions

EV Car Scheme

Hybrid Working Policy

Job summary

The Investigo Group is seeking a Contracts Manager for their team in Liverpool. This full-time role involves managing the end-to-end contract lifecycle and supporting procurement activities. Ideal candidates will have experience in contract management, strong communication skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. The position offers a hybrid work model and numerous benefits including private medical and a pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience in contract management and procurement.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle including renewals and amendments.
• Support internal teams with contractual and procurement guidance.
• Maintain accurate and compliant contract documentation.

Skills

Contract management

Procurement

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Professional membership (e.g. MCIPS)

Tools

Contract or procurement systems

Job description

Location: Hybrid - Liverpool, Merseyside (1 day a week on-site)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (37.5 hours)

Salary: Competitive + benefits + package

Security Clearance Requirements

Please note that holding a current Security Clearance is not essential at the time of application, but eligibility is required.

This role requires the successful candidate to be eligible for Security Check (SC) clearance. To meet this requirement, applicants must:

• Have the right to work in the UK
• Have lived in the UK continuously for the past 5 years
• Not have spent more than 6 months outside the UK in total during that period
• Be willing to undergo security vetting as part of the onboarding process

About You

You're a commercially aware Contracts professional with experience managing contracts, suppliers, and procurement activity in a fast‑paced environment. You're confident handling multiple priorities at once and understand the importance of accuracy, compliance, and strong stakeholder relationships. You've likely spent a few years working across contract management or procurement and are now looking to take the next step, building on your experience and broadening your impact. You're organised, detail‑focused, and proactive, with a mindset geared towards improving processes and supporting teams to deliver effectively.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Contracts Manager to join our Contracts & Commercial team, supporting the day‑to‑day management of contracts and procurement activity across the business. This is a varied role covering the full contract lifecycle, including renewals, amendments, quotations, and supplier management, alongside supporting tender and framework activity. You'll work closely with Account Managers, suppliers, customers, and internal teams to ensure contracts are delivered accurately, on time, and in line with compliance requirements. This role is a great opportunity to build on your existing experience and develop further within a busy, growing environment.

About the Team

You’ll be joining a small but high‑demand Contracts team within a wider Shared Services function. The team plays a key role in supporting critical services delivered to law enforcement and government organisations, working closely with multiple stakeholders across the business. You’ll report to the Head of Contracts, work alongside another Contracts Manager, and support the development of a Contracts Assistant.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end‑to‑end contract lifecycle including renewals, amendments, quotations, and procurement activity
• Support internal teams with contractual and procurement guidance
• Manage supplier and customer relationships, including onboarding and ongoing support
• Support tender and framework submissions
• Maintain accurate and compliant contract documentation and data
• Manage purchase orders, payments, and contractual obligations
• Contribute to contract and account review meetings
• Support process improvements across contract and procurement activities
• Assist in the day‑to‑day support and development of the Contracts Assistant

Success in This Role Looks Like

• Contracts and procurement activity delivered accurately and on time
• Strong, responsive support to internal and external stakeholders
• Up‑to‑date and compliant contract data and documentation
• Improved efficiency and reduced backlog across contract processes
• Positive working relationships across teams and suppliers

Requirements

Essential Experience & Skills

• Experience in contract management and/or procurement
• Experience managing contracts, suppliers, and renewals
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Commercial awareness and problem‑solving ability
• Experience working with contract or procurement systems
• Public sector procurement or contract management experience
• Understanding of IT procurement or contracting
• Experience supporting tenders or frameworks
• Exposure to regulated or secure environments
• Professional membership (e.g. MCIPS)

Soft Skills & Behaviours

• Private Medical
• Inclusive Culture: Enjoy an inclusive culture and environment.
• Learning: Access to continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Bonus Potential: Bonus potential based on performance and business‑related factors.
• Discounts: Discounts on a wide range of products and services.
• Pension scheme contributions.
• EV Car Scheme
• Hybrid Working Policy
• More Benefits: Explore additional benefits on our career site.

Here at TIG we are committed to equal opportunities and value diversity, equity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

As a Group, we seek to ensure that individuals with disabilities receive reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process and ultimately within the job itself. Please contact us to request any accommodations.