£75,000 Per year
Undetermined
Hybrid
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Summary: The Supplier and Contract Manager role at FDM involves overseeing supplier and contractual arrangements within the public sector, ensuring compliance with legal and risk management standards. This hybrid position requires the development of governance frameworks and collaboration with internal audit, legal, and compliance teams. The contract is initially for six months with potential for extension, based in London or other UK offices. The role demands strong communication and organizational skills, along with experience in managing third-party contracts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and implementation of contract governance frameworks and processes
- Monitor compliance with procurement regulations, contract terms, and information governance (e.g., GDPR)
- Conduct risk assessments on suppliers and contracts; develop mitigation strategies
- Manage audits and ensure corrective actions are tracked and completed
- Collaborate with legal and compliance teams on contract drafting and dispute resolution
- Maintain oversight of policy updates and ensure governance standards are communicated and applied
Key Skills:
- Experience in the management of third-party contracts
- Experience in supporting or leading new procurement activities including writing Statements of Work (SoWs)
- Sound communication skills for engaging with a range of stakeholders
- Good organizational skills to prioritize, plan, and manage a portfolio of contracts
- Ability to work in complex, multi-stakeholder environments
- Proven experience in contract governance and risk management
- Strong knowledge of public sector procurement legislation and governance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001)
- Excellent understanding of data protection and compliance regulations
- Analytical mindset and experience with audit and compliance reporting
- Effective stakeholder engagement skills at all levels
Salary (Rate): £75,000.00
City: Edinburgh
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other