Procurement and Assurance Specialist

A fantastic opportunity to join a Housing Association as a Procurement and Assurance Specialist.Client DetailsOur client is one of the UK''s largest affordable housing providers, supporting hundreds of thousands of customers across England and delivering thousands of new homes each year. Driven by a strong social purpose, the organisation is committed to providing safe, affordable homes while investing in the communities it serves. With a people-focused approach, it works in partnership with residents, local stakeholders and colleagues to create thriving, sustainable places where individuals and families can prosper. The organisation combines large-scale ambition with a strong commitment to customer service, innovation and long-term social impactDescriptionThe role sits within Procurement Compliance and Performance and has a strong governance, compliance, and assurance focus. It will include providing practical procurement advice across the business; supporting below-threshold activity; advising on appropriate routes, waivers, approvals and governance; supplier onboarding and due diligence; Procurement Act 2023 and transparency requirements; supporting contract management best practice; audit and assurance activity; and helping us to develop and embed procurement systems, processes, templates and guidance.ProfileFrom a candidate perspective, I''m looking for someone who is proactive, organised and solutions-focused, with strong attention to detail and the confidence to ..... full job details .....