Job Description:

Procurement and Contract Manager

Location: Central Hall Westminster, Storey’s Gate, SW1H 9NH; This is an office-based role

Job Type: Part-Time; 22.5 hours per week; Permanent

Salary Range: £30,000 – £36,000 actual salary range based on 22.5 hours per week (equivalent to £50,000 – £60,000 full-time)

Reports To: Chief Operating Officer with reporting lines to Chief Financial Officer 

Department: Operations

Number of Reports: 0

About Us

We’re the largest heritage events venue in Westminster and no two days are ever the same. One day you might be working with our clients on terms and conditions for a concert, the next negotiating terms for one of our many suppliers – be they the fun things such as catering, or the back of house essentials such as utility bills. 

You’ll work across all departments to support our teams with tenders, procuring the best possible supply contracts and ensuring focus on our business objectives. As a small team, we offer a varied workload and the opportunity to drive impact at both a strategic and hands on level.

Central Hall Westminster (CHW) Ltd is owned by Trustees appointed by the Methodist Church whose stunning Grade II* listed building we are proud to occupy. We therefore conduct business in line with the Church’s ethics and our own company values.

About You

You are an experienced professional with a strong background in procurement and contract management. You have a keen eye for detail, a strategic mindset, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments to ensure all contractual and procurement activities are well-managed, compliant, and aligned with business objectives.

Your expertise includes:

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts, including SLAs, NDAs, and partnership agreements.
• Conducting due diligence on new and existing clients and suppliers. Advising on contractual risks and ensuring compliance with terms, renewals, and performance metrics.
• Managing a central contract register and using technology to streamline documentation and oversight.
• Leading procurement strategies and tender processes, ensuring ethical sourcing and value for money.
• Supporting governance, staying up to date with legislation, and contributing to policy development.
• You are proactive, organised, and committed to upholding the values of Central Hall Westminster in all supplier and client relationships.

You will have:

• CIPS qualification (Level 5 or above).
• Strong legal expertise, particularly in contract law and commercial agreements.
• Proven experience in procurement and supplier contract management.
• High commercial acumen.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong understanding of risk management and compliance.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.

Benefits

As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including:

• Generous pension
• Private medical insurance
• Group income protection 
• Staff referral bonus
• Life assurance 
• Season ticket loan 
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays (pro-rated) and paid birthday leave
• 2 additional paid volunteering days each year
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced family leave 
• Enhanced sick leave
• 50% discount at our in-house café and discounts to food and shopping places in local area

We welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, skills and abilities.