Assistant Contract Manager – Public Sector (Hybrid)

About the role

We are seeking an Assistant Contract Manager to support a public sector organisation operating in Birmingham or London. This hybrid position requires three days a week in the office and offers an initial nine‑month contract at up to £450 per day.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of corporate contracts through mobilisation, transition and exit phases.
• Monitor supplier performance, compliance and service credits.
• Support commercial decision‑making and prepare spend, progress and performance reports.
• Handle contract change requests within established governance structures.
• Negotiate commercial agreements with third‑party providers.
• Identify and mitigate contract risks, including dispute resolution and early warning mechanisms.

Required profile

• Proven experience in corporate contract management and administration.
• Familiarity with public sector procurement regulations (UCR/PCR) and publicly funded bodies.
• Knowledge of NEC contract methodology and relevant qualifications (NEC Practitioner, MCIPS, MRICS) is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical abilities in cost control, estimating and supply‑chain management.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Access
• Microsoft Project
• SAP
• CEMAR