Housing Procurement & Contracts Senior Specialist

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Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.

We have a brand-new opportunity available for a Housing Procurement and Contracts Senior Specialist to join our proactive procurement team at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis.

As a Housing Procurement & Contracts Senior Specialist, you will provide specialist advice in support of housing procurement and contract management. Your expertise will ensure compliance with procurement regulations while maximising value for money and quality outcomes for residents.

You will work closely with internal teams, suppliers, and external partners to develop effective contract strategies and deliver high-impact housing projects.

We are committed to delivering high-quality housing solutions that meet the needs of our diverse community. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive environment where innovation and collaboration drive our services forward.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Housing Procurement & Contracts Senior Specialist to join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in supporting and managing contracts that support our strategic housing objectives!

Benefits:

Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:

⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising by 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays

⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme

⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)

⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes

⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts

⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline

Key responsibilities

• Provides specialist Housing procurement and contract management advice, guidance and support to procuring and contracting goods services and works for the Council.
• Provide support to major procurements in Housing to deliver projects on the Housing procurement pipeline
• Ensure that all procurement projects are in line with current legislation and best practice relevant to professional area, and develop proposals for organisational improvement as appropriate
• Applying specialist knowledge to support and lead projects, inputting into the procurement and contract management service

Candidate requirements

• Good knowledge and experience of public sector procurement regulations, across a variety of category areas
• Experience and excellent understanding of the Public Contracts regulations 2015 and understanding the requirements of the Procurement Act 2023 legislation
• Experience in preparing procurement tender documentation, building tender timelines, evaluation approaches and methodologies and following due governance processes
• Relevant professional qualifications such as Chartered Institute of Procurement and supply or a recognised business qualification or substantial previous experience in a procurement and contracts role
• Strong IT skills utilising a variety of Microsoft packages
• Experience of using e-procurement software

Our Area

Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.

We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.

If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity, click the link below and apply today!

Or for an informal discussion, please contact clare.priest@wokingham.gov.uk

Closing Date: 11pm,26th October 2025

Interview Date: Week commencing 3 November 2025

If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.

Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.

Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.