Senior IT Contract Manager

McGregor Boyall; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Senior IT Contract & Commercial Manager to manage supplier relationships across critical IT services. The role involves strategic oversight of contracts, compliance, and collaboration with senior stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have 8-10 years of experience in contract management and a strong background in supplier risk management. The position offers a hybrid working model, with flexible office collaboration.

Benefits

Flexible working model

Collaborative team environment

Opportunity to shape supplier relationships

Qualifications

• 8-10 years’ experience in contract management, ideally within Financial Services or another regulated industry.
• Proven background in vendor/supplier management and third-party risk.
• Strong ability to navigate complex governance processes.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage one or more strategic IT contracts across their lifecycle.
• Lead supplier governance and ensure alignment with regulatory frameworks.
• Support major change programmes and contract variations.

Skills

Contract management experience

Vendor/supplier management

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Job description

Senior IT Contract & Commercial Manager

Preferred Locations: York, Bristol, or Norwich (Hybrid - 2 days/week in office) Salary: Up to GBP70,000 + benefits

Full-time Permanent

Our large financial service client is seeking a seasoned Senior IT Contract Manager to join our high-performing Contract & Commercial team. This is a strategic role focused on managing supplier relationships and governance across critical IT services, including cloud hosting and cybersecurity.

You’ll be part of a Centre of Excellence‑type environment, working with trusted suppliers and collaborating with senior stakeholders across the business. This is not a sourcing or renewals role – it’s about driving value, ensuring compliance, and building strong supplier partnerships.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Own and manage one or more strategic IT contracts across their lifecycle.
• Lead supplier governance and ensure alignment with regulatory and risk frameworks.
• Support major change programmes and contract variations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including C-level leaders.
• Provide expert advice on supplier performance, risk, and operational resilience.
• Contribute to a standardised, value‑driven approach to contract management.

What We’re Looking For

• 8-10 years’ experience in contract management, ideally within Financial Services or another regulated industry.
• Strong background in vendor/supplier management and third‑party risk.
• Proven ability to navigate complex governance processes and drive strategic outcomes.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills, with confidence engaging senior stakeholders.
• A proactive, professional mindset with the ability to flex between structured governance and dynamic project support.

Why Join Them?

• Be part of a focused, collaborative team with a reputation as trusted advisors.
• Work in a role that blends governance rigour with strategic impact.
• Help shape supplier relationships during a period of transformation and merger integration.
• Enjoy a flexible working model with meaningful office collaboration.

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