Strategic ICT Contracts Lead - Public Sector

Connected Local Government; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional local government authority in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced ICT Contracts Lead. This pivotal role involves managing and negotiating contracts for ICT services, ensuring compliance with public sector regulations, and delivering value across the council's ICT initiatives. Candidates should have substantial experience with ICT contracts and strong analytical skills to monitor supplier relationships and facilitate robust procurement processes. The position offers a competitive benefits package, pursuing continuous improvement and governance.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave allowance

Discount schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in drafting, negotiating, and monitoring supplier agreements.
• Solid understanding of public sector procurement regulations such as CCS or G-Cloud.
• Experience managing multiple contracts and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and negotiate contracts for critical ICT services and software.
• Ensure procurement processes align with public sector regulations.
• Support overall council strategic objectives through effective contract management.

Skills

Strong commercial and contractual expertise

Proven experience in managing ICT contracts

Financial and analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement skills

Understanding of ICT services

Tools

Contract lifecycle management tools

Job description

A regional local government authority in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced ICT Contracts Lead. This pivotal role involves managing and negotiating contracts for ICT services, ensuring compliance with public sector regulations, and delivering value across the council's ICT initiatives. Candidates should have substantial experience with ICT contracts and strong analytical skills to monitor supplier relationships and facilitate robust procurement processes. The position offers a competitive benefits package, pursuing continuous improvement and governance.