Procurement Specialist

Procurement Officer Salary: Up to £44,000 + 10% BonusLocations: Flexible - South of England Offices (Hybrid)Are you a skilled procurement professional with a legal background looking to take the next step in your career? We have an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Officer to join a leading defence sector client. In this role, you will manage high-value service contracts worth millions of pounds, playing a key part in the strategic procurement and contract management function.The Role:As a Procurement Officer, you will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end procurement process for key service contracts. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure procurement strategies align with the client’s business objectives and deliver value. Key responsibilities include:Managing strategic procurement activities for multi-million-pound service contractsHandling contract negotiations, renewals, and vendor relationshipsEnsuring compliance with legal and regulatory frameworksMonitoring contract performance and mitigating risksSupporting continuous improvement in procurement processesRequirements:Law degree or equivalent legal background (essential)Minimum 2+ years’ experience in procurement or contract managementStrong knowledge of procurement regulations and best practicesExcellent negotiation and stakeholder management skillsAbility to obtain security clearance (UK resident for the last 5 years)Defence sector experience is not required, but an advantageBenefits:Hybrid working with flexibility to work from any of the client’s offices across the South of EnglandCompetitive salary of up to £44,000 plus 10% annual bonusOpportunities for growth and career progression within the defence sectorHow to Apply:If you’re a proactive procurement professional with a legal background and ready to take on a challenging, rewarding role, apply today!Note: Due to the nature of this role, candidates must be eligible for UK security clearance.