Job Description:

Contract Administrator (Band 6/7 Equivalent) – NHS ICB

Location: South East England (Hybrid Working Available)

Contract Type: Fixed-Term / Interim

Duration: 6 months (with potential extension)

Salary: Band 6–7 equivalent (dependent on experience)

Overview

• A strategically important opportunity has arisen within a large NHS Integrated Care Board (ICB) in the South East following a recent senior-level restructure within the Contracts function.
• We are seeking an experienced Contract Administrator / Contracts Officer to provide operational and administrative support to the Contracts team during a period of transition and transformation.
• This is a key role supporting provider contract management, requiring prior experience specifically within an NHS contract management or commissioning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Contracts function across a portfolio of NHS provider contracts
• Support the coordination and management of contract documentation, variations, and schedules
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract records, trackers, and reporting tools
• Assist in the preparation for contract review meetings, including agenda setting, minutes, and follow-up actions
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, finance teams, and providers to ensure timely information flow
• Support data collection, validation, and reporting processes linked to contract performance
• Contribute to contract mobilisation and transition activities arising from the recent restructure
• Ensure compliance with internal governance processes and NHS contractual frameworks

Person Specification

Essential:

• Proven experience working in an NHS contracts or commissioning function (e.g., ICB, CCG, CSU, or provider organisation)
• Demonstrable experience providing administrative support within a contracts environment
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience supporting meetings and producing high-quality minutes

Desirable:

• Understanding of NHS Standard Contract structures and processes
• Experience working at Band 6 or Band 7 level (or equivalent)
• Familiarity with contract management systems and reporting tools

Additional Information

• This role has been created as part of a planned restructure within the Contracts team at a senior level, providing an opportunity to contribute to service improvement and stabilisation during a period of change.
• Hybrid working is supported, with occasional on-site presence required.
• The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring continuity and effective contract administration during the transition phase.