Senior Contract Manager - Expression of Interest

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Client:Shared Services Connected LtdLocation:London, United KingdomJob Category:OtherEU work permit required:YesJob Reference:d50eac479fe5Job Views:5Posted:25.08.2025Expiry Date:09.10.2025Job Description:

Are you an expert contract manager with a passion for excellence?Are you savvy in commercial operations and have a sound grasp of NHS governance?This is an “expression of interest” advert, and although we do not have live roles currently on the market, they are coming. We are looking to get ahead of the game!NHS SBS is looking to build their Contract Management offering within the Commercial Consultancy side of the business. As a Senior Contract Manager, you''ll lead negotiation, performance governance, and compliance for NEC4-based, high-value contracts across projects. You will act as NEC4 Service Manager (equivalent to NEC Project Manager) for core programmes under NHS SBS, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, budget, and to regulatory standards.As part of the Commercial Consulting team, you will be involved in tailoring recommendations to client needs, facilitating decision-making through collaborative approaches, and encouraging expertise in specific markets or consulting areas. You will need a strong dedication to knowledge sharing and skill development within the team.If you are interested in learning more about the team and their work, we would be keen to discuss the future opportunities in this space and the next steps to register your interest.What you’ll be doing:

Leading the drafting, negotiation, and finalisation of NEC4 contracts, ensuring alignment with frameworks, procurement protocols, and legislation.Supervising contract delivery under NEC arrangements, facilitating partner coordination, and driving project milestones.Monitoring supplier performance metrics, driving improvements, and leading issue resolution and collaboration.Implementing cost controls, verifying spend against forecasts, and providing financial reporting and forecasting.Navigating commercial risks, recommending decisions aligning with SBS priorities, and maintaining contractual health.Communicating effectively across NHS SBS customers, NHS Trusts, and government entities to ensure consistency and alignment.Using CEMAR for contract event management, e-tender systems, and procurement platforms; understanding NEC contract processes.Managing project timelines, resource dependencies, and deliverables in Oracle Primavera P6.What you’ll bring:

Substantial NEC4-based contract management experienceExperience within NHS or public-sector consulting environmentsProven track record of managing multi-million-pound, regulated contracts and frameworksHigh-level expertise in NEC4 contract structures and digital tools like CEMARFinancial oversight and cost verification skillsNegotiation, partner management, and conflict resolution skillsFlexibility and ability to bring structure amid ambiguityIf interested but unsure if your skills match, please apply. We’d love to hear from you!

Employment Type:

Once live, full-time, permanentLocation:

LondonSecurity Clearance Level:

DBSInternal Recruiter:

KatieSalary:

Up to £65,000 per annum, dependent on experienceBenefits:

£5,400 car allowance, 25 days annual leave (buy additional days), private medical, life assurance, pension, flexible ..... full job details .....