Contract Management & Procurement Officer

Lex Consultancy; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

29 days annual leave

Job summary

Lex Consultancy is recruiting a Contract Management & Procurement Officer to join the Governance and Procurement function of a leading organisation supporting Ireland’s sustainable energy and climate ambitions.

This 18-month contract on hybrid working offers a 35 hour week, with locations in Dublin, Dundalk, Cork or Sligo. The salary is €53,071 per annum, accompanied by 29 days of annual leave and a closing date of 21st October 2026.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business or related discipline.
• Minimum of three years in contract management, procurement, or governance.
• Experience maintaining data in business systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines.
• Collaborative approach with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Maintain contract register, track milestones and renewals.
• Develop dashboards, KPI reports, and management information.
• Review tender docs and support procurement records.
• Support governance, policies and audit requirements.
• Contribute to Annual Corporate Procurement Plan and monitor progress.
• Provide guidance on contract management processes and reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting and procurement practices.

Skills

Contract management

Procurement

Data analysis

Reporting

Communication

Public speaking

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Education

NFQ Level 8+ in Business

Tools

eTenders

Job description

Lex Consultancy is recruiting a Contract Management & Procurement Officer to join the Governance and Procurement function of a leading organisation supporting Ireland’s sustainable energy and climate ambitions.
Contract: 18-Month Contract- hybrid working
Hours: 35 hour working week
Location: Dublin, Dundalk, Cork, or Sligo office
Salary: €53,071 pa, non-negotiable
Annual Leave: 29 days
Closing date for applications: 5.00 pm Wednesday 21 st October 2026

Reporting to the relevant management team, your responsibilities will include:

• Contract Management: Maintain the contract register, ensuring records are accurate and up to date, and monitor contract milestones, expiry dates, renewal options and key actions.
• Reporting & Data Analysis: Develop and maintain dashboards, KPI reports and management information to support decision-making, identify trends and highlight potential risks or areas for improvement.
• Procurement Support: Assist with procurement processes, including reviewing tender documentation, managing procurement records and supporting the publication of contract award notices through eTenders.
• Governance & Compliance: Support adherence to procurement policies and procedures, maintain appropriate audit trails and assist with internal and external audit requirements.
• Planning & Performance Monitoring: Contribute to the development of the Annual Corporate Procurement Plan and monitor progress against agreed objectives.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Provide guidance and practical support to colleagues on contract management processes, procurement documentation and reporting requirements.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve reporting, contract oversight and procurement practices across the organisation.

To be considered for this opportunity, it is essential you have:

• A degree (NFQ Level 8 or above) in Business or another relevant discipline.
• Minimum of three years directly relevant experience working in a similar role such as contract management, procurement, supplier management, business analysis, finance, or governance.
• Experience maintaining data within business systems.
• Strong communication (written and verbal) skills, including report writing, presenting and public speaking.
• The ability to manage competing priorities, work to tight deadlines and maintain high standards of accuracy.
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.