Contracts Lead, HOUSE OF COMMONS

Overview This is an exciting opportunity to join the Parliamentary Commercial Department (PCD) working at the heart of the UK Parliament. As Contract Lead, you'll be responsible for managing and improving contract performance across a varied and high‑profile portfolio, working closely with contract managers, senior stakeholders, suppliers and commercial colleagues. With an annual parliamentary spend of around £1bn, this role offers exposure to complex and high‑value contracts, including those supporting transformational programmes across the Parliamentary Estate and the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Palace of Westminster. This role is offered on a hybrid basis, with an expectation of spending 40% of your time in the office. Responsibilities Manage and improve contract performance across a varied and high‑profile portfolio. Work closely with contract managers, senior stakeholders, suppliers and commercial colleagues. Shape how contract management is delivered across Parliament, embedding best practice from the outset and building strong partnerships. Contribute to a growing and ambitious commercial function and provide insight into public money usage. Qualifications and experience Hold CIPS membership at Level 5, or demonstrate equivalent expertise gained through relevant professional experience; willingness to work towards a formal qualification if required. Level 6 (MCIPS) qualification would be an advantage. Strong experience in managing contracts and frameworks, with effective supplier relationship management and ability to explain their value and impact to non‑specialist audiences. Experience working collaboratively with stakeholders and suppliers in complex environments to drive value for money from contractual arrangements. Experience in contract data management such as KPI and performance reporting, production of pipelines, and maintenance of contract registers. Experience building commercial capability and implementing contract management best practice. Confident communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and adapt style to different audiences. Team player with a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion through behaviours and ways of working. Benefits Salary: total salary may be comprised of a basic salary up to £51,885 (consolidated) plus market sector allowances (non‑consolidated). Generous annual leave starting at 30 days and increasing to 35 after one full working year. Civil Service pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 27%. Flexible working options including enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption leave, caring leave and alternative working patterns. Application process CV: If you would like to apply, please submit your anonymised CV. More information on the application process can be found here: Application process - UK Parliament. Interviews are scheduled for 10th & 11th August 2026. You may be asked to complete a test, presentation or other assessment; details will be provided in advance if shortlisted. At the interview, a combination of competency questions and role specific questions will be asked based on the Person Specification. Salary and terms Remuneration is set based on skills, experience and relevant market comparators. There is potential for additional positions to become available soon; candidates placed on a reserve list may be considered for future appointments. The vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr Guardian Jobs