The North East Combined Authority was formed on 7 May 2024. We are led by an Elected Mayor and Cabinet and cover the seven local authority areas of County Durham, Gateshead, Newcastle, North Tyneside, Northumberland, South Tyneside and Sunderland.
Our purpose is to champion the full potential of our region. Collaborating with our partners and local authorities, we’ll create a better way of life by connecting communities, giving people the skills to succeed, and improving wellbeing for all, so that the North East is recognised as an outstanding place to live, work, visit and invest.
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Relationship and Contract Manager to join our team and drive the success of our skills programmes.
As the Relationship and Contract Manager, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our skills programmes are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with Corporate and Local Growth Plan objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact by managing contracts, fostering relationships, and delivering activities that make a real difference.
In return for your valuable contribution, you will have access to an excellent benefits package:
* Generous leave entitlement, starting at 27 days, rising to 32 days after 5 years continuous service, plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff)
* Flexible working practices including working from other locations and from home.
* A generous employer contribution pension scheme.
* A range of salary sacrifice schemes.
* Commitment to staff development and continuous learning.
* Progression and career enhancement opportunities.
If you have the skills and qualities to succeed in this role and are committed to delivering the combined authority’s vision and values, we look forward to hearing from you. If you would like an informal discussion, or further information about this role please contact Michael Humes on michael.humes@northeast-ca.gov.uk.
Please note this vacancy is temporary for a period of 12 months.
Closing date for applications 2 May 2025, 12 noon.
Interviews will be held week commencing 19 May 2025.
For further information about the North East Combined Authority please see the authority’s website www.northeast-ca.gov.uk.
This recruitment is being administered by Durham County Council on behalf of the North East Combined Authority.
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