Contract Manager – Legal Services Category (3-month Fixed Term Contract)
JOB_53888704789603Job type
PermanentLocation
LondonWorking Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
ProcurementIndustry
Charities & Not For ProfitPay
£56,000 - £62,000 –3 Month FTCClosing date
24 Apr 2026
Contract Manager | 3 month Fixed Term Contract | £56k FTE | London | Hybrid | Legal Services | Public Sector
Role: Legal Services Category – Contract Manager
Salary: £56k
Length: 3 months
Location: London 2 days on-site
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract Contract Hours: Full-Time
My client is looking for an experienced Legal Services Contract Relationship Manager to lead the management of high‑value legal services contracts within a public sector regulatory environment. You will be responsible for supplier performance, contract compliance, value for money and strong stakeholder relationships, working closely with external law firms, procurement and senior internal stakeholders.
Your new role
- Lead contract and Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) for legal services contracts
- Manage performance, KPIs, SLAs, budgets and risk
- Lead negotiations and resolve disputes with legal suppliers
- Support procurement and re‑procurement activity, including tendering
- Produce reports for senior management and governance forums
What you'll need to succeed
- Significant experience in public sector contract management
- Strong legal knowledge, gained through training or professional experience
- Extensive experience managing legal services contracts and/or working with law firms as suppliers
- Proven ability to manage and resolve disputes with senior stakeholders and suppliers
- Confident operator at senior level with strong influencing and negotiation skills
- Demonstrable experience in Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)
- Proactive, resilient and able to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
What you'll get in return
This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in improving the delivery and performance of critical legal services within a values-led public organisation.What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
Contract Manager – Legal Services Category (3-month Fixed Term Contract)JOB_538887047896032026-04-202026-04-24
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