Contract Officer

City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council; Bradford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RESPECT Allyship Programme

Job summary

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council is seeking a Contracts Officer to join our Procurement, Corporate and Strategic Finance Service. This opportunity offers the chance to contribute to high‑profile contracts across our diverse district.

You will work with the Strategic Contracts and Governance Team to support mobilisation, transition and ongoing contract delivery, ensuring value for money and compliant procurement practices across Council services.

Responsibilities

• Assist to manage contractual relationships with providers through mobilisation, transition, delivery and exit of contracts.
• Provide support to ensure contracts include appropriate arrangements, measures and mechanisms to enable delivery of the benefits and value of contracts throughout the contract life.
• Evidence effective delivery, efficient arrangements, wide market intelligence and active supplier assessment.

Job description

The Strategic Contracts and Governance Team focuses on managing corporate contracts, analysing data, ensuring compliance, and procuring goods and services across many category management specialisms for the entire Council.

We are looking for a Contracts Officer to join our dedicated team in the Procurement, Corporate and Strategic Finance Service. This role is an opportunity to make a real difference in our vibrant and diverse district.

The main responsibilities of this role:

• To assist the Strategic Contract Manager to manage contractual relationships and of providers through mobilisation, transition, delivery and exit of contracts
• To provide support and assistance to ensure that all contracts include appropriate arrangements, measures and mechanisms to enable delivery of the benefits and value of contracts throughout the contract life
• Ensure the Council can evidence effective delivery, efficient arrangements, wide market intelligence and active supplier assessment

Employee Offer

Why work for Bradford Council? Find out why by taking a look at Our Employee Offer.pdf

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive.

If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process to support your application, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.