Senior Contracts and Commercial Manager

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust (CLCH) is recruiting for a Contract and Commercial role on a 6‑month fixed term basis. The post oversees a portfolio of contracts within the Inner London Division, ensuring commercial viability and alignment with public sector best practice.

You will deliver commercial and contractual guidance across clinical service agreements, subcontracts and partnerships, supporting tenders, business cases, and negotiations alongside operational teams.

Qualifications

• Experience of NHS and Local Authority contracting.
• Proven ability to negotiate contracts and manage risk.
• Portfolio evidence of professional development in contract management.
• Legal degree or qualification where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Managing clinical service agreements, subcontracts and partnership arrangements.
• End to End contract management and maintaining contract registers.
• Supporting tenders, new business opportunities and business cases.
• Assisting in contract negotiations with Head of Contracts and other stakeholders.
• Ensuring compliance with procurement governance requirements.

Skills

NHS contracting

Contract negotiations

Contract law

Commercial management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Masters level or equivalent experience in relevant field

Legal degree or legal qualification

Job description

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Main area Contracting and Business Development Grade Band 8b Contract Fixed term: 6 months (from start date) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Attendance at a CLCH site for a minimum of three days per week including Mondays is an essential requirement of this role.) Job ref 824-CORP-8195340

Site Parsons Green Health Centre Town London Salary £75,328 - £86,114 per annum, inclusive of HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 16/09/2026 23:59

Welcome to Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH)

At CLCH, we proudly serve as a beacon of compassionate community healthcare across 14 vibrant London boroughs — Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster, Hillingdon, Sutton, and Kingston — as well as Hertfordshire. We bring care closer to home, embracing the rich diversity of these communities with dedication and heart.

Recognised as a Good provider by the Care Quality Commission and celebrated among the top NHS employers, we are united by a shared passion: empowering our community health professionals to deliver care that truly makes a difference.

We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where every member of our team feels respected, valued, and inspired—a place where fairness, kindness, and inclusion blossom. Our culture is rooted in the principles of the NHS People Plan, Our NHS People Promise, and our own strategic Equality values and objectives, guiding us to create a truly supportive and inclusive workplace.

Together, we build a caring community where the warmth we show one another shines through in every life we touch.

Job overview

Join Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust (CLCH) as part of our Commercial Team and help support services that make a difference to patients and communities.

This is an opportunity to manage a varied contracting portfolio supporting our Inner London Division. Contracts may range in value from approximately £10,000 to £10 million, with each playing an important role in delivering high‑quality services.

You will provide commercial and contractual expertise across clinical service agreements, subcontracts and partnership arrangements. Working closely with operational colleagues and the wider Commercial Team, you will help ensure contracts are commercially viable , well managed and aligned with good public sector and NHS contracting practice.

This is a fast‑paced and varied role where priorities may change. We are looking for someone who can organise their workload, communicate effectively and build positive working relationships across teams. If you have proven experience of NHS, local authority or other public sector contract s and are seeking to broaden your commercial experience, we would welcome your application.

We are particularly interested in candidates who can bring relevant expertise from day one, quickly build effective relationships and make an immediate impact within the team.

Main duties of the job

You will manage a portfolio of contracts for the Inner London Division, providing commercial and contractual advice throughout the contract lifecycle.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing clinical service agreements, subcontracts and partnership arrangements.

Supporting business and service development, including tenders, new business opportunities and business cases.

Supporting contract negotiations in close cooperation and advice from the Head of Contracts, ensuring appropriate contractual arrangements are in place.

End to End contract management

Assessing and managing commercial and contractual risk while maximising value and minimising risk to the organisation.

Supporting compliance with procurement governance requirements.

Maintaining accurate contract registers and electronic records in partnership with the Assistant Commercial Manager.

Producing clear and timely reports and updates for colleagues and senior stakeholders.

Attending contract, team and divisional meetings as required .

Working collaboratively with operational divisions and the Corporate Commercial Team.

Supporting training and development activities and sharing commercial knowledge where appropriate .

Due to the fixed‑term timescale of this post, you will work with colleagues to prioritise activity where it can deliver the greatest benefit and impact.

Working for our organisation

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life’s most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high‑quality care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trust’s values & the behaviours aligned to those values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person specification

Education/Qualification

• Educated to Masters level, or equivalent experience, with relevant commercial and contracting experience
• Portfolio / evidence of ongoing professional development, professional qualifications and experience e.g. project management, leadership, contract law.
• Legal degree or legal qualification

Experience

• Knowledge and experience of both NHS and Local Authority contracting and performance management
• Experience in effective contract negotiations
• Drafting and reviewing contracts, SLAs and partnership agreements
• Acting as a subject matter expert and clearly defining issues and describing contractual situations in ‘lay mans’ terms

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong relationship building and communication skills, with ability to work within a complex multi professional environment effectively
• Ability to produce clear and concise reports
• High level of interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills
• Ability to work autonomously within a complex organization, managing own workload.

We review all applications carefully to ensure fairness and verify references. At interview, you will be asked about your experience, so be honest and ensure all information is accurate. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.

If you use AI or other tools to support your application, it must reflect your own skills, knowledge, and experience. Supporting information should be in your own words and include your personal insights. AI can assist with drafting but may produce generic or inaccurate content. Applications that rely heavily on AI may lack authenticity and reduce your chances of success.

Due to high application volumes, this vacancy may close early. Please apply promptly if you meet the Person Specification. Only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the criteria will be shortlisted. Interview details will be emailed after the closing date - please check your inbox regularly.

CLCH Trust does not recommend relying solely on AI when completing your application.

CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:

• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust clch.nhs.uk

Employer certification / accreditation badges

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your applications on time to avoid disappointment.

Name Anjum Fareed Job title Head of Contract and Business Development Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 02081024000 Additional information

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