Contracts and Administration Manager

Job Description

The Contracts and Administration Manager will oversee contracts, administrative systems, governance records, supplier relationships and operational documentation for a primary care partnership. Requirements are likely to include strong administrative and organisational experience, contract-management knowledge, excellent written and verbal communication, attention to detail, confidence using Microsoft Office and the ability to handle confidential information. Experience in NHS, general practice, healthcare administration or regulated environments would be advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to work independently, meet deadlines, maintain accurate records, identify operational improvements and build effective relationships with clinicians, staff, suppliers and external organisations. A professional, reliable and solutions-focused approach is essential.

Company Info

The Chislehurst Partnership is a primary care organisation serving patients in Chislehurst and the surrounding area of south-east London. It brings together general practice services and a multidisciplinary team to provide accessible, safe and patient-focused healthcare. Like many NHS GP partnerships, its work includes routine consultations, chronic disease management, preventive care, administrative support and coordination with community and wider NHS services. The organisation relies on clinical and operational employees to maintain high standards of governance, patient confidentiality, service quality and regulatory compliance. Its administrative and management teams support the smooth running of the practices, including contracts, staffing, finance, systems and supplier relationships. The partnership is likely to value professionalism, teamwork, discretion and a commitment to improving patient experience and operational efficiency.

Destination Guide

The United Kingdom offers extensive opportunities in healthcare, administration, contract management, technology, finance, engineering and professional services, with particularly strong employment markets in London, the South East, Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh. British culture generally values punctuality, privacy, politeness, personal responsibility and clear communication. Lifestyle varies from busy urban living to quieter coastal and rural communities, with reliable public transport in major cities and a temperate, changeable climate. Most overseas workers need permission to work, commonly through a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by an eligible employer; NHS and healthcare-related roles may qualify for specific routes, depending on occupation and sponsorship. Applicants should check salary thresholds, eligible occupations, registration requirements and visa rules before accepting an offer. Relocation costs, housing deposits, council tax, transportation and healthcare arrangements should also be planned carefully.