Contract Support Officer

Job summary

Contracting and Performance plays a pivotal role in supporting different functions within BSW ICB such as Service Delivery, Commissioning andFinance.As Contract Support Officer the post holder will provide excellent administrative support to the Contracting and Performance Team, to ensure thattheir work-stream of programmes are planned and managed effectively and take the lead in assisting in their successful delivery.The role is an entry level role within the team and training would be provided. The post holder will have excellent written and verbalcommunication skills. Previous NHS experience is preferable, although not essential.

Main duties of the job

• Key responsibilities will include:o To provide and co-ordinate administrative and business partner services,o Supporting the team with the management of contracts and associated projects,o Gathering information and undertaking enquiries, as and when necessary, for the Contracting and Performance team.o Taking responsibility for a small portfolio of smaller provider contracts including contract negotiation and management, monitoring activity, and managing contractual amendments.

The role would be ideal for a well organised individual with previous administrative experience, great attention to detail, excellent communicationand relationship management skills who is looking to develop a career within the NHS and enjoys working within a complex and changingenvironment

About us

If you are offered employment with us, you will have the opportunity to join a friendly, quality focused and dynamic team that is supportive andcares about your working experience and your wellbeing.BSW ICB have adopted agile working so this means the successful applicant will predominately be working from home but may be requested towork in any one of the ICB's office bases across BaNES, Swindon and Wiltshire. You will also have a contractual base within the BSW ICB officewhere your team is based.Benefits BSW ICB offer include:NHS Pension SchemeGenerous NHS annual leave entitlements commencing at 27 days per year rising to 33 days per year, pro rata, plus bank holidaysFlexible workingModern IT equipment and an in-house IT help facilityColleague wellbeing support through a Staff Support Service and a wealth of wellbeing guidance and offersColleague engagement forums and eventsFinancial wellbeing guidance and benefits (including NHS staff offers, health service discounts, cycle scheme, car lease scheme, money helperservice)Opportunities for learning through training and continuous developmentOpportunity to buy additional annual leaveEmployer name: NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire ICB