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Job requirements
Essential
14 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Other
High standards of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism.
- Other
Proactive, resilient and solution-focused approach to complex commercial issues.
- Other
Commitment to NHS values and to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Skills
Strong drafting and written communication skills; able to produce clear, accurate contractual documentation and governance papers.
- Skills
Excellent negotiation and influencing skills; able to work constructively with suppliers and senior stakeholders.
- Skills
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail; able to interpret complex terms and identify risks and mitigations.
- Skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines; organised and able to maintain pace in a dynamic environment.
- Skills
Competent IT skills (Microsoft Office) and ability to handle information securely.
- Qualifications
Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant experience in contracting, commercial, procurement or a related discipline.
- Experience & Knowledge
Significant experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts within a complex organisation (preferably NHS/public sector).
- Experience & Knowledge
Experience managing contracts post-award including governance, KPIs/service levels, change control, variations and renewals.
- Experience & Knowledge
Understanding of commercial and legal risk in contracting and practical approaches to mitigation and escalation.
- Experience & Knowledge
Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders and maintaining clear audit trails and documentation standards.
- Experience & Knowledge
Experience using contract management and/or document management systems.
Desirable
5 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Other
Evidence of continuous professional development in commercial/contracting practice.
- Qualifications
Professional qualification in contract management (e.g., WorldCC/NCMA) or MCIPS (or working towards).
- Qualifications
Project management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2/APM) or equivalent experience.
- Experience & Knowledge
Experience working across multiple organisations/partnership settings.
- Experience & Knowledge
Experience supporting dispute management, remedies and exit/termination activity.
Job overview
The Contracts Manager will play a key role in supporting the North East London Procurement Partnership (NELPP) to deliver effective contract management across an agreed portfolio on behalf of partner NHS organisations. The post holder will ensure contracts are mobilised and managed in line with agreed terms and conditions, performance expectations and governance requirements, supporting delivery of quality, value for money and measurable benefits. Working closely with clinical and corporate stakeholders, suppliers and procurement colleagues, the role will coordinate contract review activity, monitor performance against KPIs and SLAs, manage risks and issues, and support contract variations, renewals and extensions in line with due process. The post holder will contribute to continuous improvement, standardised contract management approaches and strengthened controls and reporting across the partnership.
Main duties of the job
The Contracts Manager is responsible for managing the end-to-end contract lifecycle for a defined portfolio of goods and services across NELPP partner organisations. The postholder will draft, negotiate and execute contractual agreements; ensure robust post-award governance, compliance and risk mitigation; and act as a central coordination point between stakeholders to protect the organisation’s financial and legal interests while supporting safe, effective and value-for-money service delivery.
The role reports to the Head of Procurement and Contracts and works closely with Procurement Managers leading sourcing activity to support timely mobilisation, effective supplier performance management and contract assurance.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
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This advert is for Contracts Manager with Barts Health NHS Trust in London, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Contracts manager role. The advertised salary is £58,133 - £65,261 per annum inc. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 06 Oct 2026.
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