Contract Manager

Do you have experience in navigating processes and procedures in commissioning and managing NHS contracts? Are looking for a new challenge where you can make a big impact to how we deliver mental health services?, We are recruiting for a Contract Manager to join our Business Services Team at our Littlemore HQ in Oxford where you will support in managing contracted external service providers. You'll manage a portfolio of contracts including all governance arrangements, monitoring performance and SLAs, maintaining positive working relationships with our suppliers and overseeing costs. If you have a strong background in contract management, negotiation and stakeholder engagement then we would love to hear from you!,

• Building positive working relationship between Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust and external service suppliers
• General contract administration
• Management of the contract change control processes
• Monitoring performance against service levels, recurring contract obligations and KPIs
• Chairing regular review meetings with the Contractor
  
  Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the "candidate guide to making an application" which is attached to all roles. Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount
• Pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups