Contract Specialist

Boden Group; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence contractor in Plymouth is seeking a Contract Specialist to manage contract hand-back and transition activities in a regulated environment. This role requires experience in contract management, stakeholder engagement, and an understanding of compliance requirements. The position offers a salary of £41,000 – £42,000 per annum, structured training, and clear pathways for career progression. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and the ability to manage risks effectively.

Benefits

Structured training and development opportunities

Clear career progression pathways

Opportunities in a high-profile defence environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contract management, ideally including contract expiry, transition, or hand-back phases.
• Eligibility to obtain UK Security Check (SC) clearance.
• Good understanding of PPP / PFI models and contract law is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support audits, reviews, and governance meetings related to contract transitions.
• Track and manage risks, issues, dependencies, and milestones throughout the exit lifecycle.
• Ensure all required documentation is complete and accurate.

Skills

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

Programme coordination

Communication skills

Risk management

Job description

Job Title: Contract Specialist

Location: Plymouth

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: £41,000 – £42,000 per annum

Overview

Role Overview

We are seeking an organised and experienced Contract Specialist to play a key role in managing contract hand-back and transition activities within a highly regulated defence environment.

This position offers excellent opportunities for training and career progression and would suit a candidate with strong contract management, stakeholder engagement, and programme coordination experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Support audits, reviews, and governance meetings related to contract transitions
• Track and manage risks, issues, dependencies, and milestones throughout the exit lifecycle
• Ensure all required documentation is complete and accurate, including O&M manuals, compliance certificates, and maintenance records
• Lead and coordinate contractual termination with stake
• Ensure all contractual obligations, compliance requirements, and legal duties are met
• Work closely with internal teams to verify accuracy and completeness of contract deliverables
• Maintain and manage the hand-back programme plan, risk register, and associated documentation

What’s on Offer

• Salary of £41,000 – £42,000 per annum
• Structured training and development opportunities
• Clear career progression pathways
• Opportunity to work within a high-profile defence environment

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in contract management, ideally including contract expiry, transition, or hand-back phases
• Eligibility to obtain UK Security Check (SC) clearance
• Ideally but not essential, good understanding of PPP / PFI models, contract law, and asset lifecycle obligations
• Experience supporting or delivering projects or programmes
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to interpret technical, legal, and contractual documentation
• Full UK driving licence