Contracts Manager | University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

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We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join our Contracts Team and help deliver robust contract negotiation, formation and management across a complex portfolio of services.

Closing date of applications: 28 May 2026

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the development, negotiation and management of contracts and service level agreements, working with Divisional and Corporate colleagues.
• Maintain an accurate contracts register, filing systems and up-to-date service specifications.
• Represent the Trust at internal and external meetings relating to the contract portfolio, building effective relationships with commissioning and provider partners.
• Coordinate responses to Contract Performance Notices, including review meetings, action plans and improvement trajectories.
• Provide expert advice and a point of contact on contractual issues, resolving performance/service delivery concerns and escalating where appropriate.
• Support annual planning and ensure alignment to national and local milestones relating to contract negotiations.

Benefits

• Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development.
• On‑going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
• Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, and car schemes.

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