Contract and Compliance Manager

If you are passionate about procurement and working for a double award-winning national team, look no further! 

Following the devolution of powers to the WMCA, our procurement team have developed and expanded to ensure public money is well spent, and key deliverables are upheld. As part of this development, we have now created a new Contract and Compliance team, reporting into the Head of Procurement.

We’re looking for a dynamic and experienced professional to lead on high-impact and complex commercial contract management. As the first point of escalation for the Contract and Compliance team, you’ll work closely with the Business Partner to deliver strategic outcomes, manage a team of officers, and ensure contracts are effectively monitored and aligned with organisational priorities.

This role is key to driving service quality, achieving value for money, and supporting continuous improvement across commissioned services.

What you will be doing. 

• Ensure services meet legislative, regulatory, and contractual standards.
• Support commissioning of quality services aligned with performance and inspection requirements.
• Collaborate with senior commissioners to resolve complex contract issues, including suspensions or terminations.
• Contribute to service development and improvement initiatives.
• Manage contracts with key stakeholders to ensure high compliance and alignment with WMCA objectives.
• Facilitate meetings, workshops, and learning sessions with service teams.
• Attend and report at meetings with colleagues, providers, and agencies.
• Provide regulatory guidance to colleagues and providers.
• Engage in staff development and continuous professional learning.
• Oversee and review contracts to ensure performance and value for money.
• Manage workload and provide regular progress updates.
• Produce reports on monitoring, compliance, and contract outcomes.
• Take corrective action when services underperform, including audits and follow-ups.
• Ensure providers understand improvement plans, deadlines, and consequences.
• Support data analysis for quality and contract monitoring.
• Adhere to WMCA’s Constitution, Codes of Conduct, and all relevant policies and regulations.
• Undertake additional duties as required within the scope of the role.

What’s essential.

• Degree or equivalent in relevant field.
• Team management and development, from 1-1s and appraisals to continuous development support.
• Experience of reviewing contracts, ensuring compliance with governing body/ public sector standards and regulations.
• Analysing and interpreting quantitative or qualitative information to make informed decisions or advise upon such.
• Developing and delivering SMART action plans and monitoring such progress.
• Working effectively in partnership with other organisations and agencies.
• Effective collaboration with internal teams, with a view of developing and improving the service.
• Collating a range of data and information, presenting in a clear and concise manner.
• Knowledge of relevant legislative frameworks (PCR2015, PA2023 etc).
• Ability to understand complex technical or legislative information and relay this back to non-specialist colleagues.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Influencing and negotiating skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships across the team and the organisation.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet tight deadlines.

Location. 

The location for this role is 16 Summer Lane, Birmingham, B19 3SD with at least 2 days a week spent in the office.

How to apply. 

Applying for a role with WMCA is straight forward. Follow these steps to get started.

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2. Build your Profile. Upload your CV to help populate your career and education details.
3. Write your Supporting Statement. Make sure to address each of the required essential criteria.
4. Submit your application. Do one final check and once complete, click submit.

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Salary and benefits.

We advertise salary ranges, with new appointments typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees. Requests for salaries above the maximum advertised range will not be considered.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK).
• 28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more), giving you have ample time to relax.
• Ethical saving options and healthcare plans.
• Discounted gym membership.
• An option to buy a bicycle, including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate.
• 3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer.
• Interest free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology
• Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers, and more.  

For more information, please visit the benefits page on our career site.

Why join WMCA?

WMCA is laser-focused on improving the West Midlands, bringing economic growth, jobs, homes, and better journeys to the region. We target local needs where it matters most, ensuring everyone has a job that pays well and has access to safe and affordable places they can call home.

We put people and place at the heart of everything we do, working hand in hand with our partners to direct funding where it's needed most. What you do, really matters. Your expertise will help make a big difference, improving people's lives, every day.

Creating an inclusive workplace.

WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as the RACE Code Quality Mark, Armed Forces Covenant (Gold status) and has been recognised as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. We’re a Disability Confident Employer with ‘Leader’ status, committed to interviewing applicants with disabilities who meet all the essential role criteria.

We recognise that certain groups, such as women and people of colour, may be less likely to apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the requirements. However, we encourage individuals who are passionate about the role and want to make a difference to still apply. We value potential and encourage applicants to highlight their skills, including transferable ones, even if they don't fit the traditional "perfect candidate" mould.

We gladly consider part-time, flexible, and job share arrangements, so please don't let these factors deter you from applying

Right to Work in the UK

Proof of Right to Work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed.

Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).