Head of Contracts Management

JR United Kingdom; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector organization seeks an experienced Interim Head of Contracts Management to enhance its contracts management function within the Economy & Environment Directorate. The role involves driving best practices, improving oversight, and ensuring compliance with governance requirements. The successful candidate will need a strong track record in public sector contract management and the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in public sector contract management, ideally within local government.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence change.
• Knowledge of procurement legislation and compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with stakeholders to consolidate major contracts for better oversight.
• Engage with internal teams and external partners for contract alignment.
• Ensure contracts comply with legal and governance requirements.

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Organisational Skills

Analytical Skills

Commercial Acumen

Education

MCIPS or equivalent professional qualification

Job description

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Job Title: Interim Head of Contracts Management – Economy & Environment

Location: Hereford (Hybrid – Minimum 2 days on-site per week)

Rate: Negotiable Inside IR35

Contract Type: Interim – 6 months initially, with potential for extension

Reporting To: Director of Commercial Services

Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Interim Head of Contracts Management to join our Economy & Environment Directorate. This is a key role designed to support the consolidation and strategic development of our contracts management function. The successful candidate will play a critical role in expanding the scope of contract oversight and driving best practice across major service areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Contract Consolidation: Work closely with stakeholders across the Economy & Environment Directorate to bring major contracts into scope, improving oversight and consistency.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build effective relationships with internal teams and external partners to support the alignment of contract management processes and frameworks.
• Strategic Input- Contribute: to the development and implementation of contract management strategies that align with the council’s broader commercial objectives.
• Performance Monitoring: Ensure that contracts deliver expected outcomes in terms of cost, quality, and compliance.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify areas of improvement and implement best practices in contract management to enhance service delivery and value for money.
• Governance & Compliance: Ensure all contracts are managed in line with legal, regulatory, and council governance requirements.

About the Directorate

The Contracts Management team is part of the Directorate of Commercial Services, which sits within the Economy & Environment Directorate. This Directorate includes responsibility for:

• Contracts Management
• Facilities Management
• Capital Programmes
• Broader commercial activity across the council

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic team driving positive change in contract management practices at a strategic level.

Person Specification

• Proven experience in public sector contract management, ideally within local government or similar environments
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence and drive change
• Knowledge of relevant procurement legislation, governance, and compliance frameworks
• Excellent organisational and analytical skills
• Strong commercial acumen with an ability to deliver efficiencies and service improvements through effective contract management
• MCIPS or equivalent professional qualification
• Experience managing contracts in infrastructure, environmental services, property, or facilities management

If this position is of interest please apply with your most up to date CV or send it directly to [emailprotected] and myself or a member of the team will be in contact!