Digital Services Senior Contracts and Finance Administrator - Operations

May sponsor Paisley Full-time Posted 1 day ago

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Scotland's largest healthcare provider, as a Senior Contracts and Finance Administrator within the Digital Services Contracts & Finance Team. This role offers the chance to contribute to the delivery of NHSGGC's ambitious Digital Strategy by supporting key procurement, contract management and financial tracking activities. Working across a wide range of clinical and corporate services, you will play a vital role in ensuring digital solutions and services are delivered effectively and provide maximum value for patients and staff. This is a rewarding position for someone who enjoys working collaboratively, influencing positive change and supporting the delivery of innovative digital services. Join a forward-thinking team where your expertise will directly support transformational improvements across healthcare services.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by-case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

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Skilled Worker visa and Health and Care Worker visa

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

Full Time, Permanent
You will be based in Westward House, 15-17 St James Street, Paisley, PA3 2HJ
Working Pattern: Monday - Friday

Key responsibilities

Provide comprehensive administrative, analytical and operational support to the Contract and Finance Team Leaders, assisting with the coordination and delivery of contract management, pre-procurement and financial activities.
Manage contract renewal activity, ensuring sufficient lead time for all required procurement, governance and approval processes.
Support the effective management, monitoring and continuous improvement of contracts for IT equipment, software and services.
Ensure contract and procurement management activity delivers value for money and complies with all relevant legislation, regulations, policies and procedures.
Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, NHS Scotland Boards, suppliers and other external partners.
Support heatmap and lifecycle management activity, building services administration and the coordination of on-site contractors. · Maintain accurate, complete and fit-for-purpose contract, procurement and supporting documentation.
Consolidate information from multiple data sources to produce clear management reports, including savings and value reporting.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

Degree educated with specific IT content, Procurement, Contract Management or an equivalent professional qualification
Significant experience working within a contracts, procurement or finance environment
Strong understanding of procurement processes, contract management principles and financial administration
Experience of working with a diverse range of stakeholders across multiple departments and organisations
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively
Strong data analysis and reporting skills, with the ability to consolidate information from multiple sources into clear, accurate management reports that support informed decision-making and demonstrate savings and value.
Comprehensive knowledge and practical experience of contract management, including contract renewals, performance monitoring, documentation, stakeholder engagement and supplier management.
A working knowledge of procurement practices aligned with effective contract management, ensuring value for money and compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, policies, procedures and governance requirements.

What we offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
Enhanced pay for working public holidays
NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact Louise Gunson, Digital Services Contracts Manager, at Louise.gunson@nhs.scot
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

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