Your new companyDo you want to work for an organisation where its people are genuinely at the heart of everything it does, and who are committed to delivering an exceptional service? Due to an increased workload and a strong pipeline of work, my client is looking to recruit an experienced Contracts Officer to join their team to support with contract administration and contract management. This role is for a 3 year fixed-term contract, with a possibility of a permanent role thereafter.Your new roleThe Contracts Officer will be responsible for managing the performance of a number of key contracts across the IT team. Working closely with the procurement team, you will ensure that the performance of all IT contracts is monitored closely and that sufficient KPI and SLA tracking systems are in place. You will work closely with suppliers and manage these business critical relationships, which will involve arranging and attending supplier meetings and representing the organisation. As the Contracts Officer, you will also manage software licence renewals with stakeholders to ensure that licencing requirements are met. In this role, you will manage and update the contracts database to ensure data accuracy. You will also support tendering activities such as preparing documentation and liaising with the relevant stakeholders. The Contract Officer will work with key stakeholders on ITTs, SQ completions and tender evaluations.What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience in a contract officer/contract management role, ideally gained within the public sector, although private sector backgrounds will also be considered
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong knowledge of contract policy, process and procedures
• Experience of managing contract performance
• Ideally, you will be CIPS qualified

What you'll get in return

• Competitive starting salary between £33,900 - £38,200 with annual salary reviews
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + extra days for Christmas closure
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working scheme with 3 days per week from home
• Competitive pension contribution scheme
• LOTS of exciting discounts on things like gym memberships, travel, retail stores and more
• Discount on travel passes, as well as cycle to work scheme
• Annual staff awards scheme
• 24/7 access to free and confidential counselling and wellbeing support, as well as free occupational health support

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