IT Contracts Specialist

Wood; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an IT Contracts Specialist for a 12-month fixed-term position in the UK. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders on contract reviews, managing risks, and overseeing sourcing processes. Successful candidates will have expertise in negotiations and supplier evaluations while enjoying benefits like flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

33 days annual leave

Contributory pension

Private medical cover

Life insurance

Customizable benefits

Professional development plans

Qualifications

• Knowledge of contract terms, principles, and review policies.
• Familiarity with finance systems.
• Broad understanding of suppliers, evaluations, negotiations, and purchase/contract terms.
• Experience with subcontract and framework agreements.

Responsibilities

• Identify and manage contractual risks, ensuring alignment of terms.
• Collaborate with Procurement on supply chain escalations.
• Oversee end-to-end sourcing processes within budget.

Skills

Contract terms knowledge

Finance systems familiarity

Supplier evaluations understanding

Negotiation experience

Purchase/contract terms knowledge

Job description

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Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is recruiting for an IT Contracts Specialist to join our IT, Digital & Technology team for a 12-month fixed-term position. You will collaborate with the IT department and various internal stakeholders, including Finance, Commercial, and Legal. This role is ideal for candidates experienced in contract reviews, including project-specific contracts and MSAs, with knowledge of Supply Chain activities such as managing purchase orders.

This position is open to both hybrid and remote candidates in the UK.

The Role

This opportunity is suited for individuals knowledgeable in contract review and negotiation with suppliers, familiar with corporate structures and procedures. You will identify and manage contractual risks, ensuring alignment of contractual terms and managing changes effectively.

You will work closely with our Procurement team on supply chain escalations and participate in regular meetings regarding quotes, suppliers, and purchase orders. You will oversee end-to-end sourcing processes, ensuring all activities stay within the approved budget.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood delivers solutions across more than 60 countries, with local offices in all major energy and materials hubs globally.

For over 160 years, we have partnered with clients to deliver engineering, advisory, and operational solutions to some of the world’s most complex challenges in energy and materials.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects: supporting green hydrogen, fuel switching, and local energy transition initiatives
• Flexible working arrangements: hybrid options balancing client, team, and individual needs
• Diversity and Inclusion: committed to fostering an inclusive environment with active employee networks
• Competitive salary: with regular reviews aligned with market standards
• Flexible benefits: including 33 days annual leave, contributory pension, private medical cover, life insurance, and customizable options
• Professional development: tailored development plans to support your growth
• Global connections: collaborate with industry experts worldwide shaping industry standards

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we promote equal opportunities and welcome talented individuals. Even if you don't meet every requirement but possess relevant experience, we encourage you to apply. Together, we can deliver solutions to the world's critical challenges.

Expected Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of contract terms, principles, and review policies
• Familiarity with Finance systems
• Broad understanding of suppliers, evaluations, negotiations, and purchase/contract terms
• Experience with Subcontract and Framework Agreements, including industry forms of subcontract