Contracts Lead Full Time NEW

Job OverviewThe post holder will provide strategic and professional management of the delivery of a portfolio of ICB contracts. Working with the Associate Director of Contracts & Income (ADCI), Director of Planning, Performance and Contracts (DPPC), and other senior managers in the delivery of robust Contract Management, to oversee delivery of the Trust contractual requirements and mitigation of complex contractual risks via innovative, pro-active advice and support to the organisation on all aspects of contract management relating to the Healthcare Contracts in their portfolio.The post holder will also act as the Trust’s lead Negotiator for key peer to peer (P2P) contracts, setting the strategy for P2P contracting and managing very complex, high value, negotiations managing both time constraints and senior manager level negotiations to protect the Trust from strategic risk regarding its Provider to Provider (as opposed to ICB) Contract portfolio.This role provides direct support to the HCI in the delivery of contract management, deputising in their absence where required and when requested for the DPPC.Main duties of the jobAct as a senior member of the Finance leadership team, working collaboratively with Divisional Finance Leads, Directors and external senior stakeholders to deliver contracting strategy and organisational objectives.Lead negotiation and ongoing management of a portfolio of ICB and NHSE healthcare contracts, supporting Heads of Contracting and Income (HCI) with complex, time‑critical negotiations to protect Trust finances.Provide effective leadership and operational management of contracting staff, aligning resources to priorities and ensuring delivery of ICS and Trust contract plans, including analysis and presentation of EACVs and IAPs.Proactively manage commissioner financial, quality and prior‑approval challenges, minimising risk and leading service or pathway changes where required.Ensure delivery of all contract activity and income targets, maximise income recovery, and act as a senior point of contact for provider‑to‑provider contracts.Ensure robust application of NHS financial rules and guidance, briefing senior clinical and executive leaders, supporting ICS discussions, and overseeing monitoring and achievement of contractual quality KPIs.Working for our organisationVisa SponsorshipThis position is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the contract.Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.Frimley Health Trust benefits on VimeoDetailed Job Description And Main ResponsibilitiesCRITERIA RELEVANT TO THE ROLE ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS/KNOWLEDGE Post graduate qualification in Contracts/Law/Commercial/ Procurement or equivalent experience Relevant experience working within Healthcare Contracting Proficient in IT Project Management Qualifications Masters CCAB qualified SPECIFICCOMPETENCIES FOR ROLEe.g.,communication,problem solving,leadership Excellent analytical skills with the ability to communicate outputs effectively and appropriately Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to effectively prioritise and manage a challenging and diverseworkload Ability to build strong working relationships with a wide variety of personnel Experience in communicating effectively with staff, both verbally and in writing PROFESSIONAL/SPECIALIST/FUNCTIONALEXPERIENCE Significant staff management experience Track record of efficiency delivery Detailed understanding of NHS Contracting, Planning and payment principles FUNCTIONALEXPERIENCE NHS Provider to Provider Contracting and commissioning experience Significant NHS accounting experience PERSONAL QUALITIES (Disposition, interests) Works collaboratively with a democratic and inclusive management style Innovative and ‘Can do’ approach Resilient and demonstrates sustained high impact and personal credibility High degree of self-awareness and personal integrity Well motivated Articulate Good motivator Team worker Leader Decisive Good listenerPerson specificationQualificationsEssential criteriaPost graduate qualification in Contracts/Law/Commercial/Procurement or equivalent experienceProject Management QualificationsDesirable criteriaMastersCCAB qualifiedExperienceEssential criteriaRelevant experience working within Healthcare ContractingProficient in ITExperience in communicating effectively with staff, both verbally and in writingTrack record of efficiency deliveryNHS Provider to Provider Contracting and commissioning experienceSignificant staff management experienceExcellent analytical skills with the ability to communicate outputs effectively and appropriatelyStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to build strong working relationships with a wide variety of personnelExperience in communicating effectively with staff, both verbally and in writingAbility to effectively prioritise and manage a challenging and diverse workloadDesirable criteriaSignificant NHS accounting experienceDetailed understanding of NHS Contracting, Planning and payment principlesPERSONAL QUALITIESEssential criteriaWorks collaboratively with a democratic and inclusive management styleInnovative and ‘Can do’ approachResilient and demonstrates sustained high impact and personal credibilityResilient and demonstrates sustained high impact and personal credibilityMotivated & can motivate othersArticulateDecisive LeaderGood listenerFrimley Health NHS Foundation Trust (FHFT) is proud of its strong reputation, record of achievement and ambition for the future. We serve a population of over 900,000 people across Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey and South Buckinghamshire, and remain committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities.Our new organisational strategy – FHFT 2030 – sets out our ambition to be the best place to receive care and the best place to work in the NHS. Underpinned by our Trust values – Committed to Excellence, Working Together, Facing the Future, and being a modern, compassionate, Healthcare Organisation – we are creating a culture where our people can thrive and patients always come first.We continue to invest heavily in our services and facilities. This includes the development of a new hospital at Frimley Park, major expansion of diagnostics and inpatient capacity, and the continued transformation of services across our sites. We have already delivered a brand-new £100m state-of-the-art Heatherwood Hospital, a £49m Emergency Assessment Centre at Wexham Park, and a £10m upgrade to maternity services.We are also committed to sustainability and the NHS Net Zero ambition. Our new hospital and estate developments are being designed to be environmentally responsible, energy efficient, and future-proofed, featuring on-site renewables energy and intelligent energy systems. Through our green plan, we are embedding sustainable practices across all areas of care and operations, ensuring we reduce our environmental impact while improving population health and wellbeing. Our staff are key to helps us deliver on our ambition and to ensure sustainability is a core component of care delivery and our operations.Alongside estates’ investments, we are embedding a strong focus on digital innovation and quality improvement. Our electronic patient record (Epic), launched in 2024, is already enabling safer, more connected, and more effective care for patients, while giving staff the tools they need to do their best work. Our electronic patient record also supports safe and effective digitised care pathways, savings time and carbon, whilst delivering excellent quality of care.Everything we do is guided by our values, shaping how we care for patients, support colleagues, and build a sustainable future for healthcare together.Apply online now