Location
London Borough of Redbridge

Hours
Full Time - Permanent

Salary
£55,323 per annum

About the Role
Redbridge is an ambitious, diverse and exciting east-London borough committed to transforming its communities and Council through innovative approaches and strong local relationships. As one of the fastest growing and third most diverse London boroughs, it offers excellent schools, relatively affordable housing, high-quality open spaces, and rapid transport connections into central London.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Contracts Manager to lead the management, monitoring and development of a diverse portfolio of leisure, culture and community service contracts. This pivotal role ensures the delivery of high-quality, safe, financially sustainable and resident-focused services across leisure centres, parks, play areas, outdoor gyms, open spaces, museums, libraries, sports development programmes and cultural facilities and activities.

Working at the heart of service delivery, you will act as the Council's client lead, building strong relationships with providers and stakeholders to ensure services meet residents’ needs and contribute to wider community wellbeing. You will drive contract performance, compliance and continuous improvement across a complex range of delivery models and providers, using data, insight and innovation to challenge and support partners. Your focus will be on ensuring value for money, service excellence and positive outcomes for residents.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of leisure, culture and community services while making a tangible difference to local people and places.

Experience
Proven contract management experience in a complex environment, ideally within leisure, culture or community services. Strong skills in managing performance, budgets and stakeholder relationships. Ability to use data and insight to drive continuous improvement and value for money.

About you
Motivated and proactive with excellent analytical and communication skills. Able to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse partners and stakeholders. Committed to delivering high-quality, resident-focused services that contribute to community wellbeing. Comfortable working in a dynamic and evolving environment.

Qualifications
Relevant professional qualifications or equivalent experience in contract management or related fields are desirable. Demonstrable knowledge of public sector service delivery and procurement processes is advantageous.