IT Contract Manager

MCGREGOR BOYALL ASSOCIATES LIMITED; Norwich; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced IT Contract Manager to manage supplier relationships and ensure contract performance. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a regulated environment and enjoys balancing structured governance with dynamic problem-solving. The ideal candidate has solid experience in contract management and strong stakeholder engagement skills. This position offers a salary of up to £55,000 and a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in contract management and vendor/supplier governance.
• Understanding of third-party risk and regulatory environments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to advise and influence.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships and performance across contracts.
• Lead governance activities and ensure compliance with regulatory and risk frameworks.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure contract alignment and delivery.

Skills

Contract management

Supplier governance

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Job description

IT Contract Manager

Preferred Location: York, Bristol or Norwich

Salary: Up to £55,000

Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid (2 days / week in office)

Our client in financial services is looking for a proactive and experienced IT Contract Manager to join their team, supporting supplier relationships and governance activities. This is a hands-on role focused on managing relationships with key suppliers and ensuring contract performance and alignment with business needs.

You’ll be part of a collaborative team that touches every business unit. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a regulated environment and enjoys balancing structured governance with dynamic problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships and performance across contracts.
• Lead governance activities and ensure compliance with regulatory and risk frameworks.
• Support contract changes, transformation programmes, and business unit initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure contract alignment and delivery.
• Provide advice and insight on supplier risk, operational resilience, and contract value.
• Think creatively to solve challenges without relying solely on RFPs or sourcing materials.

What They Are Looking For

• Solid experience in contract management and vendor/supplier governance.
• Understanding of third-party risk and regulatory environments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to advise and influence.
• Experience in application maintenance or IT service contracts is highly desirable.
• A flexible mindset with the ability to balance governance rigour and dynamic delivery.

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on any grounds.