Procurement & Contracts Officer

Market 36 are recruiting on behalf of Epping Forrest council for a Procurement & Contracts Officer which will provide procurement and contract-related support and advice across the authority, assisting with procurement processes, contract drafting and supplier engagement while ensuring compliance with council policies and regulations. Key Responsibilities Corporate * Provide advice and guidance on procurement and contracts across the organisation. * Support the Procurement and Contracts Team within the Contracts, Partnerships and Procurement Directorate. * Deliver excellent service to internal and external stakeholders. * Work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners. Service * Provide procurement and contract subject matter support to staff across the authority. * Support procurement processes, particularly contract drafting and documentation. * Draft and review council contracts and update templates where required. * Review supplier and framework terms and conditions, negotiating where necessary to ensure compliance and reduce risk. * Keep up to date with relevant legislation and procurement regulations. Skills, Knowledge & Attributes Education * Good standard of education. * Procurement or contracts qualification, relevant experience, or willingness to undertake training. Experience * Experience working in procurement or contracts, ideally within a Local Authority or public sector environment. * Experience drafting and reviewing contracts and supporting the contract lifecycle. * Proven ability to deliver a professional and efficient service. Knowledge & Skills * Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. * Confident working with MS Office and service-specific systems. * High attention to detail and strong organisational skills. * Understanding of local government procurement processes and challenges. Market 36 Recruitment Ltd cover a range of sectors including Commercial, Industrial, Engineering, HR & Finance & ITAD. This vacancy is being advertised by Market 36 Recruitment Ltd. We operate as an Employment Business for temporary roles and as an Employment Agency for permanent roles