At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage contracts in adult social care, ensuring compliance and performance.
- Company: Join Thera Trust, a values-led organisation making a difference in people's lives.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diverse workplace committed to equal opportunities and personal development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on service delivery and support vulnerable communities.
- Qualifications: Strong contract management experience and excellent communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 47483 - 47483 £ per year.
Location: Grantham // Hybrid
Department: Commercial
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 39 hours per week
Salary: £47,483.94
Reports to: Head of Contracts and Commercial
Reference:
Interviews will be on the 5th August 2026.
Thera Trust is looking for a Senior Contracts Manager to join our Commercial team. This is an important role supporting the Head of Contracts and Commercial in the development, negotiation, management and oversight of contracts across adult social care services. The successful candidate will play a key part in strengthening contract governance, managing risk, supporting service delivery, and building effective relationships with Local Authorities, NHS partners, ICBs, regulators and internal teams. You will help ensure contracts are well managed, commercially sound, compliant and aligned with Thera’s values and strategic objectives.
About the role:
As Senior Contracts Manager, you will oversee and develop the contract log covering more than 200 contracts, lead contract review activity, support tender responses and commercial proposals, and provide clear advice on contractual, financial, operational and regulatory risks. You will work closely with operational, finance and development colleagues to support strong contract performance and continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the development, negotiation and management of contracts for adult social care services.
- Oversee contract performance using KPIs, audits, data analysis and management information.
- Provide advice to senior leaders on contract risk, commercial opportunities and market conditions.
- Lead contract review meetings with commissioners and present performance reports and improvement plans.
- Support tender responses, business cases and commercial proposals for new or renewed contracts.
- Maintain robust contract documentation, risk registers and audit trails.
- Lead responses to contract disputes, variations and formal notices.
- Build strong relationships with Local Authorities, NHS partners, ICBs, regulators and internal stakeholders.
About you:
We are looking for someone with strong contract management experience, excellent organisational and communication skills, commercial awareness and the confidence to analyse complex information. You will be able to interpret contract requirements, identify risks, influence stakeholders and explain complex contractual matters clearly to a range of audiences. Experience of Local Authority, public sector or adult social care contracting would be particularly valuable, alongside an understanding of frameworks, service levels, KPIs, contract variations, financial reconciliations and commercial governance.
What we offer:
This is an opportunity to take on a varied and influential role within a values-led organisation. You will contribute to strong contract management, effective service delivery and positive outcomes for people with a learning disability, while working collaboratively with colleagues across Thera.
Our commitment:
Thera is an equal opportunities employer that promotes diversity within our workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. All posts are subject to DBS checks; however, this does not mean that all convictions will exclude applicants from working with us. Convictions will be assessed on an individual basis, and the DBS will be paid for by Thera Group. If you have a passion for making a difference to people’s lives, consider a career with Thera Group.
For further information contact Kay Hardesty on bf1e1f-b16b-4260-a40a-17c77a06fd15.
Senior Contract Manager employer: Thera Trust
Thera Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a meaningful opportunity for a Senior Contracts Manager to make a significant impact in the adult social care sector. With a strong commitment to employee development and a collaborative work culture, Thera fosters an environment where your contributions directly enhance service delivery and improve outcomes for individuals with learning disabilities. Located in Grantham, this hybrid role provides flexibility while being part of a values-driven organisation that prioritises diversity and inclusion.
