Contracts and Data Officer

Our client is looking for a Contracts and Data Officer to support waste disposal and HWRC contracts within a busy local authority service in Barnsley on a temporary contract

The Role:

Includes monitoring contractor performance

Analysing complex payment mechanisms

Ensuring accurate reporting

Validating invoices, and processing payments

Managing stakeholder queries

Attending contract meetings

This is a fast-paced role in a regulated environment requiring strong analytical skills and attention to detail
An understanding of contract management within a regulated environment (waste/local authority) experience is desirable

Requirements:

Level 3 (e.g. ILM level 3 / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent vocational/technical qualification)
Basic DBS required
Experience of policy and procedure formulation and implementation
Experience in research and development activity including data analysis and performance reporting
Experience in performance management, setting targets, plans and monitoring performance
Experience in the key principles of contract management, contract law and procurement
Significant experience of financial control mechanisms
Strong organisation and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure, being self-motivated and able to use own initiative under minimal supervision.
Ability to organise and prioritise conflicting workloads

The role is office based working Monday to Friday