Contract Transition Manager

Tate; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution is seeking a Transition Manager to oversee the delivery transition from a current contract to a new model. You will lead the transition planning, manage projects, and influence senior stakeholders to ensure contractual obligations are met. The ideal candidate has experience in managing complex projects and strong change management skills. The position offers a salary of up to £44,000 and is an 18-month fixed-term contract with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex projects or programmes, especially those involving service transition or contract change.
• Strong understanding of change management principles.
• Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Leading transition planning and execution for service delivery changes.
• Developing communications, reports, and presentations for diverse stakeholders.
• Managing short and medium term projects aligned with transition objectives.

Skills

Project management

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Planning and problem-solving

Education

Relevant qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Transition Manager

Client: University of Southampton

Location: Enterprise Road, SO16 7NS

Pay: Up to 44,000

Contract: 18 month FTC with the view to extend

Department: School of Healthcare Enterprise and Innovation / NETSCC
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine

Job Purpose

This pivotal role will oversee the transition from the university's current contract with the Department of Health and Social Care to a new delivery model, including the migration of digital services to the NHS Business Services Authority. You'll be at the heart of the NETSCC Transition Group, ensuring contractual obligations are met and strategic goals are achieved.

Providing support to the NETSCC Transition Group to ensure meetings are run effectively, including the development of agendas and the recording of agreed actions, and undertaking tasks as set by the NETSCC Transition Group to ensure it achieves its purpose.

Key responsibilities

• Leading transition planning and execution for service delivery changes
• Apply a full understanding of managing projects and change to develop and manage plans for transitioning service delivery from the end of a contract/beginning of another contract.
• Managing short and medium term projects aligned with transition objectives
• Supporting governance and leadership groups with expert advice and coordination
• Developing communications, reports, and presentations for diverse stakeholders
• Influencing senior managers and cross-functional teams to drive progress

Requirements

• Experience in managing complex projects or programmes, especially those involving service transition or contract change.
• Strong understanding of change management principles
• Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders
• Excellent communication, planning, and problem-solving skills
• A relevant qualification or equivalent experience

Desirable extras

• Project management certification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP, Agile)
• Experience in organisational-level change initiatives

If you have the suitable skills and experience please apply today!

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

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