Senior Digital and Data Contract Manager

JR United Kingdom; Swansea; On-site; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking a Senior Digital and Data Contract Manager in Swansea. This role involves overseeing contract management and supplier relationships, requiring strong leadership and organizational skills. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in contract management and be a member or willing to obtain MCIPS qualification. The position offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits.

Benefits

Employer pension contribution of 28.97%

25 days annual leave increasing with service

8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day

Access to staff discount portal

Career development opportunities

24-hour Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in commercial and contract management.
• Ability to manage a diverse portfolio of contracts.
• Strong leadership skills to guide and inspire team.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end contract management processes.
• Oversee relationships with suppliers and conduct strategy meetings.
• Reduce and manage commercial risk.

Skills

Contract management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPS) qualification

Job description

Senior Digital and Data Contract Manager, Swansea

Client: DVSA

Location: Swansea

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 04.08.2025

Expiry Date: 18.09.2025

Job Description:

Salary: £42,848 - This role attracts an additional allowance of up to £4,000 per annum, depending on level of qualification.

Contract Type: Permanent, Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time

You will work closely in a small, dynamic team and will be responsible for the end-to-end contract management and continuous improvement of Digital and Data contracts across the entire commercial lifecycle—from pre-procurement planning and market engagement, through procurement in collaboration with the Digital Services & Technology Commercial team, to contract management, performance improvement, benefit realisation, and contract exit.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Managing the mobilisation, onboarding, and implementation of contracts with Suppliers
• Managing the strategic relationship with suppliers, including chairing regular contract management relationship meetings
• Reduction and management of commercial risk

Being part of our brilliant Civil Service means you will have access to a wide range of fantastic benefits:

• Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here
• 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days)
• 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King's birthday
• Access to the staff discount portal
• Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc.
• Joining a diverse and inclusive workforce with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues
• 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff
• Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance

Find out more about the benefits of working at DfT and its agencies.

About you

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with extensive experience in commercial and contract management, capable of overseeing a diverse portfolio of contracts ranging from large-scale, multi-million-pound agreements to smaller, specialist arrangements. You will bring strong leadership skills to guide and inspire your team, ensuring high performance and effective collaboration.

Excellent organisational abilities are essential, as you will be required to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. As a confident and persuasive communicator, you will be comfortable handling difficult conversations, influencing stakeholders, challenging decisions when necessary, and providing clear direction to support successful outcomes.

The role holder is required to be a member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPS) qualified or prepared to obtain this qualification post appointment.

If not already held, the role holder will be expected to work towards the Cabinet Office Contract Management Capability Programme Expert Level when in post.