NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Scotland's largest healthcare provider, as a Senior Contracts and Finance Administrator within the Digital Services Contracts & Finance Team. This role offers the chance to contribute to the delivery of NHSGGC's ambitious Digital Strategy by supporting key procurement, contract management and financial tracking activities. Working across a wide range of clinical and corporate services, you will play a vital role in ensuring digital solutions and services are delivered effectively and provide maximum value for patients and staff. This is a rewarding position for someone who enjoys working collaboratively, influencing positive change and supporting the delivery of innovative digital services. Join a forward-thinking team where your expertise will directly support transformational improvements across healthcare services.
All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
- Full Time, Permanent
- You will be based in Westward House, 15-17 St James Street, Paisley, PA3 2HJ
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Working Pattern: Monday - Friday
Key responsibilities:
- Manage and monitor contracts, procurement activities and financial tracking processes across Digital Services
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Support the delivery of the Digital Health Strategy through effective contract and procurement management
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Work closely with clinical, operational and corporate stakeholders to support business and procurement requirements
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Lead and coordinate contract management activities relating to IT equipment, software and digital services
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Monitor supplier performance and support the continuous improvement of procurement and contract processes
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Collaborate with colleagues on heatmap and lifecycle management activities to support digital service planning
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Support building services administration and coordinate activities relating to on-site contractors where required
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
- Degree educated with specific IT content, Procurement, Contract Management or an equivalent professional qualification
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Significant experience working within a contracts, procurement or finance environment
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Strong understanding of procurement processes, contract management principles and financial administration
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Experience of working with a diverse range of stakeholders across multiple departments and organisations
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Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
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Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively
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Proven ability to analyse information, identify opportunities for improvement and contribute to service development initiatives
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
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A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
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Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
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Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
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Enhanced pay for working public holidays
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NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
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Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact Louise Gunson, Digital Services Contracts Manager, at [email protected]
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
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