Starfish Search is supporting a London Borough to appoint an Interim Head of Corporate Contracts.

This is a senior leadership assignment within Corporate Facilities Management, responsible for overseeing pan-council contracting and procurement activity. The role will lead on strategy, governance and supplier management across a broad portfolio of high-value facilities management.

You will:

• Lead the corporate contracts and procurement strategy across Facilities Management.
• Oversee a diverse portfolio of high-value FM and ancillary contracts.
• Provide expert advice on contract management, procurement and commercial risk.
• Drive service improvement, cost efficiency and performance across suppliers.
• Lead contract negotiations, renewals, variations and reprocurement activity.
• Ensure compliance with Public Contracts Regulations and internal governance processes.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Develop and embed robust contract management frameworks and reporting.

You will have:

• Extensive experience managing high-value contracts and procurement activity.
• Strong knowledge of public sector procurement regulations and governance.
• Experience within a local authority or wider public sector environment.
• Proven ability to lead strategic supplier relationships and negotiations.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, with experience managing significant budgets.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.

Due to the high volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually.