Head of Ophthalmic NHS Contracts

Optical Express Group; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Liverpool is seeking a Head of Contracts to manage healthcare service contracts focusing on ophthalmic services. The successful candidate will oversee relationships with NHS providers and ensure compliance with regulations. Applicants should have extensive NHS contracting experience and relevant qualifications, with strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills. This role offers competitive benefits, including a pension scheme and annual leave.

Benefits

Competitive salary

29 days annual leave

Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare

Discounted Laser Eye Surgery

Generous Friends and Family Discount

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing complex healthcare contracts within the NHS.
• Strong knowledge of primary care commissioning.
• Ability to apply NHS financial frameworks (e.g., PbR, HRG, KPIs).

Responsibilities

• Lead the lifecycle of healthcare contracts from commissioning to renewal.
• Manage contracts portfolio across healthcare brands.
• Ensure compliance with NHS contracting regulations.

Skills

NHS contracting knowledge

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Understanding of ophthalmic services

Education

Master’s degree

APMP

CIPFA

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Liverpool is seeking a Head of Contracts to manage healthcare service contracts focusing on ophthalmic services. The successful candidate will oversee relationships with NHS providers and ensure compliance with regulations. Applicants should have extensive NHS contracting experience and relevant qualifications, with strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills. This role offers competitive benefits, including a pension scheme and annual leave.