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Contract Officer

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Government & Politics
    Healthcare
  • Wolverhampton

AI generated summary

  • You should seek a career in NHS, possess strong organizational skills, and be able to manage contracts while supporting stakeholders in a flexible, collaborative environment.
  • You will negotiate healthcare contracts, produce reports, organize meetings, share information, maintain databases, review contracts, and support Contracts Managers in their portfolio management.

Requirements

  • Are you looking to embark on a career within the NHS? An exciting opportunity has arisen for exceptional candidates to join the Trust as a Contracts Officers.
  • The four acute Trusts in the Black Country have recently agreed to the creation of a single contracting team who will manage all clinical service contracts on behalf of the Trusts.
  • We are now looking for two Contract Officers to join this team.
  • The Trust offers a stimulating, supportive and enjoyable work environment with a mix of office and home-based working.
  • An office base is potentially available at any of the Trusts within the Black Country.
  • The postholder would benefit from training in NHS contracting as well as access to other professional development opportunities and the opportunity to progress within the team.
  • Assisting in the negotiation and management of a range of healthcare contracts including NHS, Non-NHS, Community, Council, Third Party (Voluntary) Sector and any other emerging contracts.
  • Responsible for the production of reports within agreed timescales.
  • Organisation and co-ordination of meetings, creation and distribution of agendas and meeting papers.
  • Disseminating information to a range of internal and external stakeholders.
  • Assisting in the development and maintenance of contracts database and shared folder.
  • Supporting the process of ongoing contract review for a range of Providers.
  • Supporting Contracts Managers to manage their portfolio of healthcare contracts.
  • We are building a workforce that can help us to fulfil our values, improve the quality of care for patients, and solve the health care problems of tomorrow.
  • We’re passionate about the value that diversity of thinking and lived experience brings in enabling us to become a learning organisation and leader in delivering compassionate care for our patients.
  • The Trust is a supportive working environment committed to creating flexible working arrangements that suit your needs and as such will consider all requests from applicants who wish to work flexibly.

Responsibilities

  • Assisting in the negotiation and management of a range of healthcare contracts including NHS, Non-NHS, Community, Council, Third Party (Voluntary) Sector and any other emerging contracts.
  • Responsible for the production of reports within agreed timescales.
  • Organisation and co-ordination of meetings, creation and distribution of agendas and meeting papers.
  • Disseminating information to a range of internal and external stakeholders.
  • Assisting in the development and maintenance of contracts database and shared folder.
  • Supporting the process of ongoing contract review for a range of Providers.
  • Supporting Contracts Managers to manage their portfolio of healthcare contracts.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Contract Officer.

Who will the Contract Officers report to?

The Contract Officers will report to a Contracts Manager.

What trusts are involved in this new contracting team?

The trusts involved are The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust, Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust, Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust, and Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust.

What type of contracts will the Contract Officers be managing?

The Contract Officers will manage a range of healthcare contracts including NHS, Non-NHS, Community, Council, and Third Party (Voluntary) Sector contracts.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, the postholder will benefit from training in NHS contracting and access to other professional development opportunities.

Can applicants arrange informal conversations before applying?

Yes, potential applicants can have informal conversations prior to a formal application by contacting Aimee McCalla.

What is the work environment like at the Trust?

The Trust offers a stimulating, supportive, and enjoyable work environment with a mix of office and home-based working.

Is flexible working available for this role?

Yes, the Trust is committed to creating flexible working arrangements and will consider all requests from applicants who wish to work flexibly.

What kind of meetings will the Contract Officers be responsible for organizing?

The Contract Officers will be responsible for organizing and coordinating meetings, including creating and distributing agendas and meeting papers.

What has the Trust been rated by CQC?

The Trust has been rated as “Good” by CQC.

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5001-10,000
Employees
1994
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust offers a wide range of healthcare services, including acute and emergency care, elective surgery, and outpatient services. Their ultimate mission is to provide outstanding care for their patients, ensuring high standards of safety, effectiveness, and compassion. The Trust is dedicated to improving health outcomes and enhancing the quality of life for the communities they serve through innovation, patient-centered care, and continuous improvement.