Strategic Contracts & Risk Manager

Reed; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave

Reed Pension Scheme

Management & Leadership training

Development Fund

Bi-annual pay reviews

Collaborative environment

Exposure to complex contracts

Job summary

Reed in Partnership is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to ensure contractual accuracy and manage commercial risk in a fast-paced environment. The role focuses on back-to-back contracting, supplier governance, and negotiating terms within our Liverpool office.

You will develop robust contract documentation, support strategic supplier relationships, and drive value for money across programmes. A detailed understanding of governance and risk is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, supply chain or subcontractor management.
• Knowledge of back-to-back contracting principles.
• Experience supporting contract negotiations and commercial discussions.
• Understanding governance, compliance and risk management processes.
• Experience working in regulated or public services environments.

Responsibilities

• Produce and manage all contractual documentation for mobilisation, management, and close-down of suppliers.
• Draft, coordinate and manage Heads of Agreement and formal contract documentation.
• Create robust back-to-back contracts reflecting customer outcomes and commercial requirements.
• Translate negotiated arrangements into contractual documentation for the Supply Chain Team.
• Liaise with colleagues engaging with suppliers, partners and subcontractors.
• Ensure contractual documentation reflects complex and varied arrangements.
• Protect organisational interests through contract drafting and administration.
• Monitor compliance with contractual obligations and requirements.

Skills

Procurement

Supply chain

Contract negotiations

Commercial risk

Governance

Risk management

Job description

Reed in Partnership is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to ensure contractual accuracy and manage commercial risk in a fast-paced environment. The role focuses on back-to-back contracting, supplier governance, and negotiating terms within our Liverpool office.

You will develop robust contract documentation, support strategic supplier relationships, and drive value for money across programmes. A detailed understanding of governance and risk is essential for success.