Head of Contracts | Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Posting date:	13 April 2026
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	£66,582 - £77,368 per annum, pro rata
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	13 May 2026
Location:	Welwyn, Herts, AL7 1BW
Company:	Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	7917141/812-26-AS-HOC-01

Summary

The primary function of this role is to oversee all commissioned income contracts and their associated clinical sub-contracts. The postholder will represent the Trust in contract negotiation and review meetings and will be a key link between the Trust and its commissioners and sub-contractors – seeking to build stronger and more productive external relationships which maximise Trust income and opportunities and minimise risk. The job would suit an experienced and skilled contract management professional.

The postholder will be proactive in preparing for meetings, and in identifying risks and opportunities and will report formally on a monthly basisto the Planning, Contracting and Business Development (PCBD) Group. The Head of Contracts will provide clear, expert advice to internal stakeholders and will actively support operational staff in contractual matters.

The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that accurate and up-to-date information on contracts is filed, stored and accessible. The position will be managed by the Deputy Director of Contracts, Performance & Business Information.

Commissioners include; ICB, Local Authority and NHS England (section 7a public health).

Various forms for Terms are used - not just the NHS Standard Contract.

A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust. You’ll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff

We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities
Our staff are proud to be Innovative, Caring and Agile in their work to help achieve the Trust vision
We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and ages

We don’t want you to miss out so we’d like you to know that if we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date, so please make your application as soon as possible - Apply now

You’ve made a great decision to apply to join to HCT - we’re looking forward to taking the next steps of the journey with you

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• Oversee all commissioned income contracts and associated clinical sub-contracts for the Trust. 


• Represent the Trust in contract negotiation and review meetings with commissioners and sub-contractors. 

• Build and maintain strong, productive relationships with external partners. 

• Prepare proactively for meetings, identifying and communicating risks and opportunities. 

• Report formally on a monthly basis to the Planning, Contracting and Business Development (PCBD) Group. 

• Identify risks and opportunities associated with Trust contracts and record, communicate, escalate and manage these appropriately and proactively.

• Provide clear, expert contractual advice to internal stakeholders. 

• Support operational staff in all contractual matters. 

• Ensure accurate and up-to-date contract information is filed, stored, and accessible. 

• Identify and implement improvements in contract negotiation and management processes. 

• Ensure compliance with relevant policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. 

• Respond to unpredictable situations and manage emotionally demanding elements of the role as required. 

• Lead on the implementation and ongoing management of the NHS Standard Contract (and other contracts) for all commissioned services, ensuring the Trust’s compliance and maximising value. 

• Act as the Trust’s subject matter expert on the NHS Standard Contract, providing guidance and training to colleagues as needed. 

• Monitor changes to the NHS Standard Contract and ensure timely adaptation of Trust processes and documentation.




This advert closes on Sunday 26 Apr 2026

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