Supplier Management Framework Implementation Specialist

Supplier Management Framework Implementation Specialist at Financial Conduct Authority

Application deadline: Friday 14th November 23:59pm – this role is no longer accepting applications.

Role Overview

Finance and Corporate Services enables the FCA to deliver its strategy efficiently and securely by optimising resources, strengthening controls, and providing expert operational support. The Supplier Management Framework team ensures consistent, organisation-wide oversight of suppliers, contracts, and third‑party risks, embedding best practices to strengthen delivery and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on support to Contract Managers and Accountable Executives to embed SMF principles, tools and processes into contract day‑to‑day management activities.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders of different seniorities to raise awareness, support delivery and actively engage with the Contract Management Community of Practice.
• Brief contract managers on required training, providing support and guidance throughout the process.
• Monitor adoption and effectiveness of the SMF, identifying barriers to implementation and working with stakeholders to resolve issues and refine approaches.
• Monitor and report on completion rates to relevant stakeholders, helping contract managers understand how the training relates to their specific roles and responsibilities.

Minimum Skills Required

• Prior experience in contract and supplier management.
• Prior experience within the financial services or public sector.

Essential Skills

• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Good prioritisation skills to help balance a busy workload.
• Ability to articulate key details to relevant stakeholders.
• Proficient in articulating key details to relevant stakeholders across the business.

Salary & Employment

• National (Edinburgh and Leeds): £43,400–£57,766 (based on skills and experience).
• London: £46,400–£61,800 (based on skills and experience).
• Grade: Senior Associate – Corporate.
• Full‑time.
• Recruitment contact: Sartaj Deol – sartaj.deol@fca.org.uk (applications must be submitted through the FCA portal).

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Hybrid model with up to 60% remote work.
• Non‑contributory pension (8–12% depending on age) and life assurance at eight times your salary.
• Private healthcare with Bupa, income protection, and 24/7 Employee Assistance.
• 35 hours of paid volunteering annually.
• Flexible benefits scheme designed around your lifestyle.

Values & Culture

The FCA is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates difference, supports colleagues to deliver at their best, and is free from discrimination and bias. We welcome diverse working styles and offer flexibility where possible, including part‑time and job sharing.

Disability Support

We are a Disability Confident Employer. Applicants with disabilities or long‑term conditions who meet the minimum criteria will proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process. We provide tailored support if adjustments are required.