IT Contract and Commercial Manager

Michael Page (UK); Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance provider is looking for an IT Contracts and Commercial Manager in Bristol. This role involves managing third-party IT suppliers, enhancing their performance, and leading contract negotiations. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial acumen and a proven experience in stakeholder management. Offering a competitive salary of circa £55,000 with generous benefits including hybrid work arrangements and a performance-based bonus.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus up to 10%

Generous pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution

Private medical cover

Profit share plans

Flexible benefits tailored to you

Extensive well-being support

Qualifications

• Strong commercial acumen and ability to build effective relationships.
• Experience in leading governance processes within regulated environments.
• Skilled negotiator with a proven track record in IT contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Manage major third-party IT suppliers to enhance performance.
• Drive performance and add value through effective governance.
• Support and lead complex IT contract negotiations.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder management

Complex IT contract negotiations

Governance processes

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent experience

CIPS qualification (desirable)

Job description

• IT Contracts and Commercial Manager, South England
• Want to join a global brand, with fantastic benefits and progression?

About Our Client

We are thrilled to be partnering with a global insurance provider and renowned brand name. Recognised for its robust operations, commitment to excellence, and a focus on delivering high-quality services to their clients. On offer is a fantastic salary and generous benefits package, along with hybrid working arrangements – with only two days a week needed on-site at either Bristol or Norwich.

Job Description

As IT Contract and Commercial Manager you will report into a Senior Contract Manager.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in contracts, commercial management, or supplier relationships who is ready to progress their career. Whether you’re new to IT contracts or already well-versed, you’ll play a key role in driving performance and adding real value. If you enjoy building strong partnerships and making a tangible impact, this role is for you. You will play a key role in managing major third‑party IT suppliers, helping strengthen supplier relationships, enhance performance, and deliver real commercial value through effective governance, negotiation, and contract management.

The Successful Applicant

A successful IT Contract and Commercial Manager should have:

• Strong commercial acumen and stakeholder management skills, with a proven ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the business and with suppliers.
• Experienced in leading governance processes within regulated environments, ensuring compliance, transparency, and operational excellence.
• Skilled negotiator with a track record of supporting and leading complex IT contract negotiations.
• Experience in managing and calling off from complex IT framework agreements.
• Degree-level education or equivalent experience; a CIPS qualification is desirable.

What’s on Offer

• Fantastic salary circa £55,000 (dependent on location, skills, experience, and qualifications).
• Great hybrid working arrangements, with only two days needed on‑site at either Bristol or Norwich offices.
• Performance-based bonus up to 10% of annual salary.
• Generous pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution.
• Private medical cover.
• Profit share plans available.
• Supportive policies including parental and carer's leave.
• Flexible benefits tailored to you, including sustainability options like cycle‑to‑work schemes.
• Extensive well‑being support and tools to help you thrive.

If you are an experienced IT Contract and Commercial Manager looking for your next challenge with a global name, please apply now!