Overview

We are currently recruiting for a Contracts Officer on behalf of a local authority affiliated organisation.

The Contracts Officer will work within the Commercial Team to support the delivery of the commercial & commissioning strategy.

Role Description

• Develop and implement contracting approaches which achieves positive outcomes for the organisation and residents of Worcestershire.
• Work alongside the commercial contracts manager to support commissioners. This includes providing specialist support and advice on contracting and procurement options to ensure that procured services meet their specified requirements.
• Negotiate and issue contracts in line with commissioning strategies in place.
• Ensure that contracting arrangements take account of the legal frameworks.
• Make sure that contracting and procurement documentation is clear and accurate.
• Ensure that all arrangements including contracts and grants stipulate robust monitoring and review arrangements, in relation to payment terms where relevant.
• Schedule contract reviews in a timely manner in order to provide information and support to the commissioners.
• Actively arrange performance monitoring and quality assurance of commissioned services and carry out contract compliance actions when required.
• Host meetings related to contractual matters if required.
• Actively contribute to the development and maintenance of contracting policies and procedures and ensure that any issues related to service quality are incorporated.
• Input into the development of commissioning and commercial skills across the workforce.
• Represent the commercial contracts manager at meetings if required.

Skills & Attributes

• Undertaken training or hold a qualification in contracting, commissioning or procurement.
• Previously worked alongside senior managers.
• Experienced in the tendering and procurement procedures.
• Experienced in managing and implementing contracts.
• Excellent knowledge of the whole contracting process and the commissioning cycle.
• Good communication skills.
• The ability to produce and develop complex documents which are clear and concise.
• Good leadership skills.