Head of Corporate Contracts

3 Days Old

Role Overview

* Lead the Corporate Facilities Management (CFM) procurement and contract management strategy across the council.

* Act as the subject matter expert on procurement and contract management for high-value FM and corporate support contracts.

* Ensure all contracts deliver value for money, compliance, and service performance aligned to council priorities.

* Provide strategic leadership of contract management and procurement activity across CFM and related services.

* Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

* Oversee pan-council procurement planning and re-procurement programmes for FM and ancillary services.

* Drive service improvement, innovation, and sustainable cost efficiencies through effective contract management.

* Ensure compliance with Council Standing Orders, Public Contracts Regulations 2015, and UK contract law.

* Monitor contract performance, risk management, and governance reporting to internal boards.

* Support the division in operating as an “intelligent client” using robust contract performance and data insights.

Key Experience & Skills Required

* Significant experience in strategic contract management and procurement, ideally within Facilities Management or property services.

* Strong knowledge of public sector procurement regulations (PCR 2015) and governance processes.

* Experience managing high-value, complex service contracts and supplier relationships.

* Proven ability to develop procurement strategies and deliver cost efficiencies.

* Experience preparing business cases, procurement documentation, and governance reports.

* Strong financial and commercial acumen, including budget monitoring and cost control.

* Ability to identify and manage contractual, financial, and operational risk.

* Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills across senior leadership and external suppliers.

* Strong analytical and performance management capability, using contract data to drive improvement.

Typical Qualifications / Professional Background

* Degree or equivalent experience in procurement, commercial management, business, or property/facilities management.

* Professional qualification or working towards CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) or equivalent.

* Relevant experience in public sector procurement or large complex organisations
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Location:
London
Salary:
£400 - £500 /day
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Public Sector

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