Contract Delivery Officer
Company: Sheffield Hallam University
Salary: £32,722 to £39,560 a year
Hours: Full-time
Location: Sheffield, S1 1WB
Working pattern: On-site
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 10 Nov 2026
Closing date: 28 Nov 2026
Sheffield Hallam University is a leading provider of higher and degree apprenticeships and works with employers across a wide range of sectors to support workforce development, skills growth and business innovation.
We are seeking a Contract Delivery Officer to join our Employer Partnerships Team and play a pivotal role in delivering high-profile employer contracts and strategic partnerships that create meaningful impact for learners and employers.
This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of Employer Partnerships Team, supporting strategic employer relationships and ensuring the successful management of contractual commitments, reporting requirements, performance frameworks, and operational processes.
As Contract Delivery Officer, you will coordinate and support the operational delivery of contractual arrangements, ensuring high-quality service delivery and excellent stakeholder relationships.
Working across academic and professional services teams, you'll help translate strategic ambitions into successful operational outcomes, managing reporting, performance monitoring, compliance, and contract administration activities.
You will be responsible for:
- Supporting the delivery and management of employer contracts, including monitoring financial and delivery milestones.
- Managing contract reporting, stakeholder communications, and account management activities.
- Building strong relationships with key external partners and clients.
- Developing and maintaining systems and processes that support effective contract delivery.
- Producing management information, performance reports, balanced scorecards, and KPI dashboards.
- Coordinating mobilisation plans, risk management activities, and contract performance reviews.
- Working with academic colleagues and professional service teams to ensure a seamless client, student, and partner experience.
- Supporting contract compliance, audits, and governance requirements.
- Maintaining accurate records, systems, and reporting frameworks to support informed decision-making.
Are you an organised, relationship-focused professional with experience in contract management, performance reporting, and stakeholder engagement?
We're seeking an experienced professional who combines strong organisational skills with excellent relationship management abilities.
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