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We are currently seeking a Senior Contract Co-Ordinator to play a key role in the effective management and delivery of high impact services across our network. The CFO Evolution Programme is committed to supporting individuals on probation or leaving custody to successfully reintegrate into society and lead positive, law-abiding lives.

In this role, you will work closely with the Head of Service and Operations to support and co-ordinate all aspects of contract change control, including those arising from negotiations, performance reviews, commissioner requests, contract extensions, and novation’s. You will also oversee financial processes and ensure contract spend aligns with allocated budgets covering the supply chain, Innovation Fund, Springboard Fund, and Participant Support Fund (PSF).

A critical part of your responsibilities will be to establish and maintain strong working relationships with HMPPS CFO and Commissioner Contract Management Teams. You will also be responsible for reviewing all commissioner guidance and bulletins, staying abreast of updates, and alongside the Quality and Compliance Manager leading the clear and effective communication of these changes to staff. Your organisation, co-ordination and leadership will support the embedding of a culture of high quality performance and uphold professional standards across the programme.

In return for your dedication, knowledge, and commitment, we’re offering a competitive salary range £35,100 to £42,500 p.a. (dependent on experience) with these great benefits:

• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day off (with the opportunity to buy an additional 5 days)
• 2 Volunteer Days
• Pension - 5% Employee 5% Employer
• Healthcare Cash Plan, incl. 3 x salary life assurance
• Annual salary pay review
• Refer a friend scheme
• Free access to Benefit Hub - an online portal with access to a wide range of retail discounts, cycle to work scheme, and additional voluntary benefits


Interested? There’s an easy to apply route below to upload your CV! If you need any further information, talk to our experienced Internal Recruitment Team on 01702 595200.

Communities and Education Division ispart of an employee-owned organisation and we continually pride ourselves on our sense of community, both in the incredible work we do throughout UK and Ireland. People are at the front, centre and heart of every service we provide and each decision we make.

Location: South West (remote with travel across the region expected)

Contact: Permanent

Hours: 37 hours a week. Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 5.00pm

Closing Date: 30 July 2025

Key Responsibilities

• ICT proficient including all major Microsoft applications
• Commercial and financial experience/acumen
• Ability to work with accuracy and integrity within deadlines
• Clearly evidenced analytical and systematic approach to activity, with the ability to work in a structured and methodical manner to achieve all deadlines.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal - experience of communicating requirements diplomatically, clearly and accurately
• Proven ability to provide high-level administrative support to senior management.
• Skilled in offering clear, procedural guidance to managers across various functions.
• Demonstrated capability in coordinating logistics across multiple and geographically dispersed locations.
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage with commissioners and challenge decisions appropriately when required.
• Adept at building and maintaining strong networks with internal teams and external partners.
• Competent in reviewing documentation and evidence to ensure compliance with specified requirements.
• Proficient in drafting and managing commercial contract change notices.

Skills and Experience

• Ability to cope well, stay focused and thrive in a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively, to meet targets/contractual requirements, within timescales and resource.
• Exceptional team player and high level of initiative and motivation and ability to work independently.
• Able to understand commercial contracts.
• Excellent time management, planning and organisational skills, with the ability to lead multiple tasks and achieve outcomes.
• Excellent verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills, including and the ability to relate to people at all levels and in a variety of settings.
• Develop strong stakeholder relationships through effective influencing and negotiation.
• Proactively identify solutions to challenges and barriers.
• Collaborate effectively within a team, contributing to shared goals and supporting colleagues by leveraging individual strengths.
• Make clear, accurate, and defensible decisions and judgements.
• Research, analyse, and interpret data to inform decision-making.
• Demonstrate commercial awareness and sound business acumen.
• Open to travelling across contract regions and working flexibly as required.

Additional Information

Communities and Education Division is the Justice and Social Care division of Seetec, delivering tailored support to participants across a range of contracts, including as CFO Activity Hubs, Accommodation, Personal Wellbeing and Approved Premises. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to build a better future, regardless their past choices or the challenges they face.

We are committed to combining our knowledge, skills and talents across the justice and social care sectors to deliver services and interventions that overcome the barriers that hold people back from living more fulfilled lives. Ultimately, our aim is to equip individuals with the necessary skills needed to desist from offending, successfully reintegrate into to their local communities and address barriers to work.

Seetec is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share and uphold this commitment in conjunction with the requirements of the Prevent Duty and the positive promotion of modern British values.

You will be required to process a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Seetec support the recruitment of ex- offenders and will not discriminate in anyway. Our full policy statement of “Ex-Offenders” can be found on our website under” About us”

Seetec is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.