Implementation Manager

Location: Wolverhampton (hybrid)
Duration: 3 months with possible extension
Sector: Local Government / Public Sector

We are seeking an experienced Contract Implementation Manager to support a Local Authority in designing and embedding a standardised contract management approach across the organisation.

This is a high-impact, strategic assignment focused on developing frameworks, policies, training, and tools that will enable effective and consistent contract management practices at scale.

This role is not procurement-led; the focus is on contract management governance, capability, and implementation.

• Design and develop a contract management framework, including policies, procedures, and governance structures
• Create and standardise toolkits, templates, and documentation to support contract management across the organisation
• Develop and deliver contract management training, including recorded materials for ongoing use
• Define a risk/value-based contract segmentation model (e.g. criticality, complexity, spend)
• Lead the implementation and embedding of contract management practices across departments
• Establish a clear operating model for contract ownership and accountability
• Ensure alignment with legislation, including the Procurement Act, and best practice
• Incorporate social value, ESG, and local priorities into contract management approaches
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to drive engagement and adoption
• Support wider programme delivery and continuous improvement activity where required

• Proven experience designing and implementing contract management frameworks or operating models
• Strong understanding of contract lifecycle management (CLM) and governance
• Experience developing policies, procedures, templates, and standardised approaches
• Demonstrable experience of embedding change across an organisation (not just designing frameworks)
• Experience creating and delivering training or capability-building programmes
• Knowledge of public sector environments, ideally Local Government
• Familiarity with Procurement Act / public procurement legislation (desirable)
• Strong stakeholder engagement with the ability to influence across multiple teams

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