If you’re looking for a varied role where you can use your talents for organisation and attention to detail, then this role may be for you. As Contract Support and Compliance officer, you will be responsible for managing a small team that provides critical support to the Environmental Services team. You will be working with colleagues delivering Forestry, Waste, Public Realm, Parks and Grounds services which are delivered in partnership with our contractor Veolia. You will play a key role in ensuring all financial transactions are validated and paid on time. You will also support the teams in procuring key assets and ensuring that critical stock levels are maintained. You will support senior managers in carrying out targeted contract management checks and will be involved in our continuing digital transformation Journey. The role is diverse, and you can be sorting out financial queries, auditing bin stock and sorting out office infrastructure issues all in the same day You will have Relevant knowledge and experience in a contract management or administrative setting Great organisation skills with the ability to multi-task Be a highly effective communicator and negotiator Have a good understanding of payment and ordering systems Have an understanding of contract management principles Have an interest in all things digital Experience of leading and motivating a team Why work for Solihull MBC? We offer: A range of flexible working options, Generous annual leave entitlements with the opportunity to purchase up to 10-days additional leave per year A flexitime scheme with up to 24 days per year Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – a 24-hour independent, free and confidential advice and support service Family and carer friendly policies Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme Employee benefits including staff discounts, subsidised travel passes and Cycle 2 Work Scheme Access to a free council car park at Moat Lane Depot Whilst the role is hybrid, due to the nature of the role, there is a requirement to work from our main office at Moat Lane Depot at least 3 days a week. There is also the expectation that the role will provide fire warden cover at the depot (all training will be provided). This post is offered on a full-time basis, however, we will also welcome applications from those interested in part time of 30 hours per week or more. For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Kalen Wood, Head of Waste and Recycling, at kwoodsolihull.gov.uk, or 0121 704 6339. Interview Date: Friday, 13 th December 2024. Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Attached documents Job description and person specification