Job summary We have a fantastic new opportunity in our Finance team As our Head of Contracts, you will be responsible for all aspects of contracting for Sirona and will lead the small contracting department to ensure all aspects of contract management are effective This is a key corporate post, working closely with senior managers and ensuring we have appropriate contracts in place to support all income. You will also lead on issuing tenders for the company where we procure goods and services. Sirona aims to be the trusted provided of community health and social care - providing excellence in everything we do. As well as looking for someone who has contract experience with potentially a CIPS qualification we are looking for someone who is willing to make a difference. We want you to take it personally - bringing all your skills and expertise to support the success of a company that provides quality services and adds social value by investing in its staff and the community it serves. We look forward to hearing from you. Main duties of the job To be responsible for ensuring that all income contracts within Sirona have correct legal documentation drawn up against them, and that finance colleagues are informed of the correct payments against them. To ensure that all contracts are in place to reflect income received. Provide professional guidance and supervision to members of Sirona as required. To plan and organise own work schedule to ensure that activities are completed within agreed timescales to deliver an effective and efficient service. Engage with senior managers, appropriate clinicians and finance staff in regular internal contract review meetings Adhere to, and contribute to the development of, a process and timetable for contract monitoring and performance management To manage the day-to-day relationships and communication with a range of commissioners and providers, and initiate formal review meetings to ensure that all contractual issues are raised and resolved promptly and effectively. About us Ever dreamt about a career that sparks excitement and fosters your professional growth? Picture yourself waking up eager to make a real difference in our community, surrounded by teams who value your unique ideas. We are Sirona care & health - England's largest provider of Adult's and Children's Community Services and we'd love for you to join us in Bristol, North Somerset or South Gloucestershire. Agenda for Change Salary, full NHS benefits, 27 days' annual leave, and participation in the NHS Pension Scheme - just a glimpse of the benefits you'll receive. We welcome and encourage all applicants. We are committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities we support and are proactively seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce. We know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We aim to draw upon the widest possible range of views and experiences to meet the changing needs of our colleagues, partners and communities we serve. Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare, looking for a fresh challenge within the NHS, or contemplating a career change, don't be daunted by the prospect of something different - we create development opportunities for all our colleagues and apprentices. Interested? View our benefits leaflet which you can find attached to this vacancy. Date posted 11 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 083-7125912-SL Job locations Sirona HQ Office, 2nd Floor, Badminton Road Office, Yate BS37 5AF Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description for a full list of duties and responsibilities before applying for this position. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role and can only accept applications from UK based applicants. If you are currently require a visa to work in the UK, there must be a minimum of 12 months from your start date until the expiry date. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description for a full list of duties and responsibilities before applying for this position. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role and can only accept applications from UK based applicants. If you are currently require a visa to work in the UK, there must be a minimum of 12 months from your start date until the expiry date. Person Specification Skills, Experience & Knowledge Essential Excellent verbal and written communication and negotiation skills Extensive knowledge of the health service and able to demonstrate their understanding of issues relating to health policy, NHS commissioning and provision of services. Must be proficient user of Microsoft Word and Excel and be able to create complex spreadsheets Advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of NHS contracting/commissioning and the legal framework in which it exists Experience of data management including analysing complex information and production of reports Qualifications & Training Essential Educated to degree level/NVQ level 4 or equivalent with demonstrable experience of working at that level Desirable Specific Finance or Contracting qualification Person Specification Skills, Experience & Knowledge Essential Excellent verbal and written communication and negotiation skills Extensive knowledge of the health service and able to demonstrate their understanding of issues relating to health policy, NHS commissioning and provision of services. Must be proficient user of Microsoft Word and Excel and be able to create complex spreadsheets Advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of NHS contracting/commissioning and the legal framework in which it exists Experience of data management including analysing complex information and production of reports Qualifications & Training Essential Educated to degree level/NVQ level 4 or equivalent with demonstrable experience of working at that level Desirable Specific Finance or Contracting qualification Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Sirona care & health CIC Address Sirona HQ Office, 2nd Floor, Badminton Road Office, Yate BS37 5AF Employer's website https://www.sirona-cic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)