Contract Manager

Salary: Competitive plus great benefits

Grade: 3A

Reporting Line: Head of Contracting - Non Tech

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Wood Street, London/Hybrid

What to expect

The Contract Manager is a key member of the Commercial Management team, responsible for the delivery of functional strategies, always modelling the Post Office behaviours and demonstrating a Postmaster first mindset.

The Contract Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing contracts to ensure that they are executed effectively and efficiently. The role involves managing daily operations related to individual contracts and ensuring value for money through tracking financial risks and opportunities.

Responsible for overseeing the entire contract lifecycle from negotiation through to execution and renewal, you will have the opportunity to build strong relationships with suppliers and wider stakeholders. You will act as a point of escalation for any issues that arise as well as develop and implement contract strategies that align with our wider objectives and goals.

What we can do for you

Now, more than ever, we understand that attracting the right talent is pivotal in driving the positive change needed throughout our organisation. Beyond a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 27.5 days annual leave that increases with tenure
• Up to 18% on target bonus opportunity
• Car allowance
• Generous pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Income protection after 12 months service
• Full support from our employee assistance programme and access to our employee benefits platform
• Ever-evolving learning and development opportunities

Our commitment to embracing diversity extends beyond just words. We actively foster an inclusive workplace that values the unique perspectives and contributions from all colleagues. We hold the belief that Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are not just vital but fundamental to our success and growth. Our priority lies in shaping a business that mirrors the diverse communities we reach, truly making Post Office 'Everybody's Business'. As an equal opportunity employer, we value and celebrate the differences among our people, ensuring that our practices reflect our dedication to inclusivity and equal representation for all.

What you’ll need to succeed

To be successful in this role you will need to have demonstrable experience in Contract Management. In addition you will possess:

• Experience managing Contracts within HR, Property and Professional Services would be of benefit
• Substantial experience establishing cross functional stakeholder relationships
• Strong commercial business acumen and ability to make data-driven business decisions.
• Demonstrable experience of delivering projects to achieve key objectives
• A strong understanding of Contracts including change notices, extensions and limits of liability
• Publiic Sector Contract Management experience would be of benefit