Contracts Manager
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Ascot Berkshire, SL5 7GBView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£51,657 to £58,785
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
19 November 2026
4 days leftJob description
The post holder will be responsible and accountable for all technical aspects of negotiation, contract management, building relationships and monitori...
The role is to ensure that signed contract agreements with relevant and appropriate governance are in place. That the contractual documentation is robust and accurate with a clear understanding of the responsibilities of both parties, income and any associated costs, in line with Trust policies.
For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy
At Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, our people are at the heart of everything we do.
As a Disability Confident Employer and recipient of the Gold Award in the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme, we actively champion equality, diversity and inclusion, creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds to build rewarding careers within the NHS.
We also recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance. By supporting flexible working arrangements wherever possible, we enable our colleagues to balance their professional and personal commitments while continuing to deliver outstanding care to our patients. Whether flexibility means adjusted hours, part-time working, hybrid arrangements or alternative working patterns, we work in partnership with our staff to meet both individual and service needs.
Join UsWhether you're at the start of your career or looking for your next challenge, Frimley Health offers the opportunity to be part of a inclusive, forward-thinking organisation that is committed to excellence, innovation and compassionate care. Together, we can shape the future of healthcare and make a real difference to the lives of the communities we serve.
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualification or experience in a health or business-related discipline.
- Post graduate qualification or equivalent experience
Desirable: - Project Management skills (e.g. MSP/Prince2)
Experience
Essential
- Considerable experience in one or more of the following areas: Information Analysis, Contract Management, Commissioning or Business Management
- Demonstrable experience of interpreting and analysing national guidance and or requirements.
- Experience of technical contracting requirements
- Experience of delivering training to small multi-disciplinary groups
Desirable: - Acute Trust experience
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Experience and understanding of the contract negotiations framework within the NHS and impact on the business planning cycle
- Strong negotiation, influencing and relationship-building skills, with the ability to represent the Trust, explain its contractual position and work towards agreement across organisational boundaries
- Ability to analyse and interpret highly complex, multi-stranded activity, financial, quality and performance information; evaluate options; and make reasoned recommendations on contractual implications, risks and opportunities
- Demonstrable proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and contract management software for the technical preparation of contractual documentation and accurate contract summary, monitoring and performance reports; manipulation and analysis of activity and financial data; and development and maintenance of income and activity models and challenge trackers
- Ability to manage disagreement and contractual disputes professionally, using evidence, clear reasoning and appropriate escalation while maintaining constructive working relationships
- Ability to manage a diverse contract portfolio independently within agreed objectives and delegated authority, prioritising competing demands and maintaining delivery against contractual deadlines
- Ability to communicate complex, sensitive or contentious contractual information clearly and professionally through written reports, financial summaries, briefings and verbal presentations, adapting language, content and level of detail to the needs of clinical colleagues, senior managers, executive colleagues and external stakeholders
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to assimilate non-verbal communication
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
12 November 2026
Last checked
15 November 2026
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