6 jobs found

Procurement Manager - Repairs & Maintenance Location: London Local Authority Rate: £57.02 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: 6-month initial contract, strong possibility of extension Hours: Full-time About the Role We are supporting a London local authority in recruiting an experienced Procurement Manager to lead procurement and contract management activities across their Repairs & Maintenance service. This pivotal role ensures the effective commissioning and delivery of works and services that support safe, well-maintained homes and corporate buildings. You will provide strategic procurement leadership, ensure compliance with Public Contracts Regulations (PCR 2015) and Council Standing Orders, and help drive value for money, service improvement and social value across a broad portfolio including responsive repairs, voids, disrepair, damp and mould, and out-of-hours emergency services. Key Responsibilities 1. Procurement Strategy & Delivery Develop and deliver procurement strategies for repairs, maintenance and building services contracts. Lead end-to-end tendering activity, including drafting specifications, evaluating submissions and awarding contracts in line with legislation and council policies. Identify opportunities for innovation, efficiency, cost savings and enhanced social value. 2. Contract Management & Supplier Performance Support operational teams in managing key contractors across repairs, voids, disrepair and related service areas. Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and SLAs, addressing underperformance and promoting continuous improvement. Ensure robust contract governance, mobilisation and handover processes. 3. Compliance & Risk Management Ensure full compliance with PCR 2015, Standing Orders and internal audit requirements. Maintain accurate procurement and contract records, managing risk registers and mitigation plans. Provide training, guidance and advice on procurement best practice and legal compliance. 4. Financial & Value Management Support financial planning by forecasting procurement spend and identifying potential savings. Work collaboratively with Finance and Repairs Service Managers to ensure contracts deliver value for money and efficient service outcomes. Lead benchmarking and market testing to inform future procurement strategy. 5. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Liaise with internal teams across housing asset management, repairs operations, finance and legal. Engage with external partners including suppliers, framework providers and neighbouring authorities. Represent the council in collaborative procurement groups (e.g. LCP DPS, South East London Housing Partnership). Champion equality, diversity and social value within procurement processes. What You'll Need Proven procurement experience within housing, construction, or public sector repairs. Strong working knowledge of Public Contracts Regulations (2015) and local authority procurement governance. Skilled in tendering, negotiation and supplier performance management. Excellent communication, analytical and stakeholder engagement abilities. Experience managing multiple procurements to tight deadlines. Familiarity with NEC or JCT contract forms. CIPS qualification (or equivalent professional training) is highly desirable. Understanding of asset management, compliance and decarbonisation programmes. Personal Attributes Confident leader with the ability to motivate and influence at all levels. Strong professional presence when engaging senior officers, members and external partners. Flexible, adaptable and committed to continuous professional development. Willingness to attend evening meetings when required. Additional Information All employees are expected to: Uphold the Council's Equal Opportunities values. Participate in the Performance Evaluation Scheme and undertake relevant training. Follow Health & Safety policies and contribute to environmental responsibilities. Undertake other reasonable duties in line with the grade and changing needs of the service. To apply please send a copy of your CV to (url removed)

1x position - Fixed term/Secondment opportunity (North East London Sub-region) - 12 months funding 1x position - Fixed term/Secondment opportunity - 12 months Maternity Cover Two exciting opportunities have arisen in the City of London Rough Sleeping Team - one to lead the City of London Rough Sleeping Service and a second leading the Northeast London (NEL) rough sleeping programme. Rough Sleeping Service Manager (FTC, 12-month Maternity Cover) - The post holder will act as the lead officer for the City of London's rough sleeping programme which includes a number of outreach, emergency accommodation and related support contracts. The role is accountable for day-to-day coordination and delivery of the Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government's (MHCLG) Rough Sleeping Prevention and Recovery Grant (RSPARG) and leadership of a team of 4 officers. The role holder will sustain strategic links with a number of stakeholders including Central Government advisors, City of London Police, the Greater London Authority (GLA), London Councils and a host if important internal partners including Community Safety, Cleansing and Procurement. The role manages a substantial core budget and is responsible for using significant levels of grant funding. Rough Sleeping Service Manager (FTC, North East London Subregion) - accountable for coordinating the delivery of RSPARG grant funding across the North East London subregion (City of London, Newham, Waltham Forest, Hackney, Tower Hamlets, Havering, Redbridge and Barking & Dagenham). The City of London is hosting this post on behalf of the NEL subregion, and the post holder will work closely with City of London commissioning and procurement colleagues to ensure the smooth and efficient delivery of multiple contracts. The role holder will sustain strategic links with stakeholders including; rough sleeping leads across the subregion, central Government advisors, the Greater London Authority (GLA) and London Councils. Both candidates will need to demonstrate a proven track record in, or clear aptitude for, using leadership and management techniques and skills across a wide array of complex and fast-moving scenarios. Both roles are available as internal or external secondments. The role is delivered as a hybrid model with a mix of office and home-based working. The office base is the City of London Guildhall. Please note - candidates are asked to express which post they are applying for (including both posts) in the covering letter. It is very important that candidates address the areas marked 'A' in the person specification in their covering letter. The City of London Corporation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as part of the selection process the successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check with adult's barred list. If this role is advertised as a secondment, secondments are subject to the agreement of your department releasing you, therefore, you need to discuss this with your line manager prior to applying. The purpose of this will be to discuss what, if any, impact your secondment might have on the service and service delivery should your application be successful, and how this might be addressed. In addition to a competitive salary and membership of the excellent Local Government Pension Scheme, you can look forward to an all-round package of life-improving benefits and offers to discounts on health and wellbeing, arts and culture. Closing date: 12 noon on 12 January 2026. Interviews will be held on 23 January 2026. To apply online please click the apply button. Alternatively, please contact (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OCCS1003 if you experience any difficulties. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on . The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications.

Client Local Authority in Newham Job Title Senior Lawyer (Contracts and Procurement) Pay Rate 50- 60 an hour UMBRELLA Hours 36 Hours a week(Mon-Fri) 9AM-5PM Duration Initial 3 month Contract Location Hybrid working-will be office based in Newham Dockside Description Job Purpose: To support the Principal Lawyer and Legal Services management team in the provision of strategic, high level legal advice to the Councils, Members and Officers, and support the provision of legal solutions in Contracts and Procurement and related areas to enable the Councils to progress with corporate goals. To lead and manage a team in a shared back office support service. The team will include lawyers, legal officers and support staff, and the Senior Lawyer will support the Team Leader in the delivery of a portfolio of high quality, solution focused legal work in more than one discipline and across multiple sites, to customers in different organisations. Case Management: Leading on complex litigation and enforcement cases, which may include tenancy management, anti-social behaviour (ASB), housing disrepair, homelessness, public law (including Judicial Review), and regulatory law matters. To support the Principal Lawyer in meeting the strategic aims of the Legal Services department. To build positive relationships with customers, assisting the Principal Lawyer in the role as relationship manager, and developing and marketing new and innovative solutions To support the Principal Lawyer in developing ways of maximising and improving income generation and ,identifying savings Specific Responsibilities: To pick up casework arising in their respective teams during peak times or where additional resources are required to meet demand, and if requested to do so by the Principal Lawyer provide support to other teams To support complex strategic projects across multi-functional teams, assisting to ensure that an innovative and commercial solutions focus is adopted across projects. To support the Principal Lawyer in ensuring that the Councils, clients, and members are kept abreast of the law as necessary, and to determine the effect of new legislation, advising on developments as necessary To have responsibility for a team of up to 10 lawyers and support staff, potentially working across legal disciplines and working over multiple sites To carry out advocacy when necessary on own caseload, and not to instruct external support except in accordance with agreed procedures To attend meetings of the Councils as required to provide legal and governance advice. Experience: People management including, motivation, performance and capability Leadership in the provision of functions within the Shared Service Service improvement, maximising efficiency and new delivery models for the functions within the shared service Managing and delivering transformational change in Legal Services An understanding of the workings of local government and the challenges being set by the new local government agenda along with the financial, legal and political context of local government. The ability to contribute towards setting the strategic direction of Legal Services, supporting the senior management team to develop the overarching strategy for the service and the necessary supporting plans for delivery, with and through partners. Knowledge of local government powers and duties and at least one of the following areas of law, civil litigation, Contracts and Procurement & contract, planning, development. Contracts and Procurement and related areas A qualified solicitor or barrister holding a practicing certificate. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

PRS Officer Leicester, Leicestershire Temporary, 3 Months + 25-28 Hourly Are you passionate about helping tenants access quality Housing? Sellick Partnership are looking for a Private Rented Sector Officer to join a team in Leicester This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference by sourcing and securing homes for households in need The general duties of the PRS Officer will include: Sourcing and procuring PRS properties for households currently in temporary accommodation Building and maintaining strong relationships with landlords, letting agents, and property partners Matching and referring suitable tenants, supporting successful and sustainable tenancies Managing tenancy paperwork and compliance, including agreements and statutory requirements Work closely with internal teams (Housing Benefit, Environmental Health, etc.) to ensure smooth tenancy management Conducting Housing property inspections and respond to tenancy management issues promptly Ensuring compliance with housing legislation and contractual obligations What the Private Sector Rented team are looking for: Experience in lettings, property management or housing procurement Strong knowledge of the private rent sector and tenancy legislation Great Housing relationship building skills Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (desirable) If you are interested in the PRS Procurement Officer role, please click "Apply" now. For more information on the Private Sector role - please contact Ebony Simpson in the Derby Office at Sellick Partnership Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Property Procurement Officer Location : Southwest England - Taunton & Yeovil Salary : £32,100-£35,845 Hours: Monday-Friday 40 hours per week 8.30am-5pm Contract Type : Permanent Our client, a leader in housing solutions, seeks a Property Procurement Officer for Southwest England. This role is ideal for a property focused professional eager to make an impact by securing homes for communities. Job Objective: As a Procurement Officer, you'll drive procurement success by managing a caseload, engaging stakeholders, and building strong partnerships. You'll source properties for long-term contracts, foster client relationships, and ensure smooth procurement operations while exceeding targets. Duties and Responsibilities: Oversee property supply through accommodation partners, ensuring compliance with contracts and standards. Build and maintain relationships with senior EHOs and regional stakeholders to meet legal requirements. Collaborate with the Regional Operations Manager and Head of Procurement to optimise bed space efficiency. Ensure adherence to values, policies, and ethical standards. Monitor and report on performance targets and KPIs. Foster continuous improvement and share best practices across the supply chain. Promote a positive health and safety culture. Manage property procurement administration and maintain accurate records. Ensure proper property handover and sign-off processes are followed. Ensure the company s portfolio is compliance with Local Authority and other regulatory requirements. Handle daily inquiries from landlords and agents. Process Local Authority notices according to procedures. Ensure internal audits and compliance standards are met. Required Skills: Proven knowledge and experience in sourcing/acquiring properties within the market. Ready to hit the ground running, confident in securing new opportunities. Able to engage effectively with stakeholders, landlords, and agents. Skilled in influencing decisions, closing deals, and securing favourable terms. Excellent planning abilities to manage multiple tasks and meet targets efficiently. Thrives on achieving goals and exceeding expectations. Works effectively both independently and as part of a team. Capable of prioritising tasks in a fast-paced environment. Persistent in overcoming challenges and securing deals. Full, valid UK driving licence. Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, Health Membership, Life cover, 6-month probation period, 4% employer and 4% employee pension contribution,laptop, phone, and other equipment as needed, Employee Assistance Programme and Referral scheme. The successful candidate will need to hold a valid UK driving licence and will be required to undergo a satisfactory DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, in accordance with the responsibilities of the role. Please contact Kerrie Collett on (phone number removed) to learn more, or submit your application today.

Work for a Local authority near London as an Interim Monitoring Officer. Hybrid - FTC 1 year - 750 per day (umbrella, Inside IR35) Or 87,279 to 102,702 pro rata. Purpose of the Role. Be the lead for legal, governance, and compliance leadership across the organisation. Provide expert legal and governance advice to the Interim Chief Executive, senior leader and the Mayor once elected. Advise the Mayor, Interim Chief Executive, Chief Financial Officer, and senior leaders on legal and governance matters. Ensure the Combined Authority operates within its framework and statutory obligations. Oversee governance frameworks, assurance processes, decision-making structures, and data protection compliance (as Data Protection Officer). Keep the organisation's constitution and decision-making structures under review ensuring that they are fit for purpose and develop with the organisation Support the organisation's rapid development with strong governance foundations and ensure that the scrutiny function and the scrutiny officer operates in a lawful and effective way. Build partnerships and raise the profile of the authority at a regional and national level, working across the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors to drive inward investment, secure funding from government, and ensure value for money in all financial commitments. Discharge the statutory role of monitoring officer. Develop the organisation's legal and governance functions. Strategic Communications Leadership Governance & Legal Leadership Lead all legal, governance, constitutional, and compliance functions. Act as the Authority's most senior legal adviser. Develop and maintain the governance model, constitution, and regulatory frameworks. Oversee procurement policy, legal risk, and regulatory compliance. Strategic Advisory Provide authoritative advice on legal and governance issues affecting all portfolios (e.g., growth, transport, climate, skills, housing). Support policy development with legally robust guidance. Anticipate and mitigate legal and governance risk. What we look for Solicitor, barrister, or legal executive. String background in local government law. What we offer Salary: 750 per day (umbrella, Inside IR35) or 87,279 to 102,702 pro rata. 5 days week - 37.5 hours. FTC 1 year.