Contracts Specialist

TN United Kingdom; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Contracts Specialist to join their Core Lab division in Maidenhead. In this pivotal role, you will be the primary contact for contract administration, managing relationships with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with company policies. You will also mentor fellow specialists and oversee contract implementations, making a significant impact in the healthcare sector. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a global healthcare company, known for its commitment to quality and innovation. Join a team that values your expertise and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Defined Contribution Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare

Life Assurance

Flexible Benefits Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 24-months in contract work essential.
• Knowledge of tendering and mini-competitions desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage internal and external stakeholder relationships.
• Ensure compliance with ADD contracts policies.
• Coordinate key contract implementations.

Skills

Commercial Acumen

Interpersonal Skills

Data Analysis

Attention to Detail

Excel Skills

Education

Relevant Degree (2:2 or higher)

CIPS Level 4

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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This position works out of our Maidenhead location within our Core Lab division.

As a Contracts Specialist you will be the key point of contact for the UK/Ireland Contracts Administration Supervisor, and managing relationships with various stakeholders. You'll handle the communication of contract terms with the NHS and third-party companies, ensuring all contracts comply with ADD policies and company procedures.

What You’ll Do

• Report to the UK/Ireland Contracts Administration Supervisor
• Manage internal and external stakeholder relationships
• Communicate contract terms with NHS and 3rd party companies
• Ensure compliance with ADD contracts policies
• Adhere to company policies and procedures
• Mentor and develop Contract Specialists
• Administer UK ADD Contracts
• Coordinate key contract implementations
• Oversee 3rd party supplier awards
• Maintain business relationships with strategic partners
• Manage regional Contracts Department commercial relationships
• Provide contract support to Region Specialists
• Ensure quality and policy control
• Meet objectives and deadlines

Education Requirements

• Applicant must hold a relevant degree (2:2 or higher) essential;
• Minimum of 24-months in contract work essential;
• Knowledge of tendering and mini-competitions desirable;
• Experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams desirable;
• CIPS Level 4 or demonstrable equivalent work-related experience desirable;
• Broad understanding of the diagnostic industry and/or NHS desirable.

Preferred Skills

• Strong commercial acumen and pragmatism;
• Excellent interpersonal skills;
• Proven track record in building and maintaining relationships;
• Highly PC literate;
• Proficient at analysing data, and working with large data sets;
• Advanced excel skills;
• High level of attention to detail.

WHAT WE OFFER

As you’d expect from a global healthcare company, we offer a fantastic range of benefits including competitive salaries, a superb defined contribution pension scheme, private healthcare, life assurance and a flexible benefits scheme.