Senior Contracts Manager

Hucweb; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Manager to oversee contract management and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with NHS requirements, provide expert input on service delivery, and support internal teams. This role offers a salary of up to £55,500 and various benefits, including training programs and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Exclusive Discounts

NHS Pension Scheme

Wellbeing Support

Recognition and Rewards

Financial Perks

Career Growth

Office Comforts

Qualifications

• Experience in managing NHS Standard and non-NHS Contracts.
• Ability to act as main contact for contract negotiations.
• Expertise in monitoring service delivery against contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract management and compliance.
• Act as the main point of contact for contract discussions.
• Support internal teams with contract interpretation and performance metrics.

Skills

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Performance metrics

Job description

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At HUC, we are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred NHS services across the East and South West of England. As a social enterprise and respected NHS partner, we provide a wide range of urgent and unscheduled care services, including NHS 111, GP Out-of-Hours, Clinical Assessment Services (CAS), Urgent Treatment Centres (UTCs), Dental and Primary Care services.

We are now seeking a talented and experienced Senior Contracts Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in the contract management and stakeholder engagement for our portfolio of health care services. As a key member of our corporate team, you will ensure our contractual obligations are delivered efficiently, risks are managed proactively, and contract effectiveness is driven across our services, estates and supplier portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end management of NHS Standard and non-NHS Contracts, ensuring full compliance with national and local requirements.
• Act as the main point of contact for contract discussions, negotiations, variations, and renewals.
• Support internal teams by interpreting and advising on contract terms, KPIs, and performance metrics.
• Monitor service delivery and performance against contractual requirements, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide expert input into service delivery, bids, tenders, and mobilisation of new services in line with HUC’s strategic goals.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure contract deliverables are met across all services, including NHS 111, OOH, CAS, Dental, Primary Care and UTCs.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting to commissioners and internal departments, supporting the quality and performance agenda.
• Provide knowledge and experience to continuously improve and evolve the contracting function across the organisation.

Terms of Employment

This appointment attracts a salary of up to £55,500

25 Holiday days + bank holidays

We offer a wide range of benefits to support your personal, professional, and financial wellbeing, including:

• Exclusive Discounts: Savings on shopping, travel, and entertainment through our Discount Hub, Blue Light Card, Tickets for Good, and more.
• NHS Pension Scheme: Secure your future with the NHS Pension.
• Wellbeing Support: Access to counselling, personalised health plans, meditation guides, fitness routines, and healthy recipes.
• Recognition and Rewards: Peer shout-outs, awards, and event vouchers.
• Financial Perks: Free financial advice, a healthcare cash plan, and savings options through our Credit Union.
• Career Growth: Training programs and internal opportunities to advance your career.
• Office Comforts: Unlimited tea and coffee, free parking, relaxation areas, and team events.