Contract Manager

The role is within the Estate and Neighbourhoods (E&N) directorate which looks after every aspect of the Park including its venues, facilities and public spaces. E&N are also responsible for generating commercial revenue through events, as well as delivering a high quality and safe experience for all visitors to and workers on the Park. Within the directorate, there are specialist teams in Events, Security, Estate Management, Venues and Contracts.

This role will be within the Contracts team in E&N and will be responsible for managing key contracts within the directorate. The Contract Manager is responsible for overseeing the effective delivery, compliance, and performance of operational contracts and park management contracts. This role ensures that services are delivered reliably, efficiently and cost-effectively, in alignment with organisational goals and contractual obligations. The Contract Manager plays a key role in supplier relationship management, financial administration, and operational coordination, contributing to continuous improvement and strategic success. 

Is it for you?

We are looking for a Contract Manager who is organised, resourceful, and focused on making things run smoothly, taking ownership of contracts from start to finish, making sure everything is appropriately documented, and obligations are met. The candidate is confident managing financial processes like receipting and invoicing and enjoys improving processes by developing and mapping out better ways of working. They are comfortable setting up meetings, tracking KPIs, and carrying out venue inspections. They communicate clearly with both internal and external stakeholders, work well with others, and adapt quickly when things change. This candidate enjoys working in an operational environment and diversity and inclusion is considered in all aspects of their work.

Why join us? 

At Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, we’re proud to be a values-led, inclusive employer with a mission to create opportunity and transformation in East London. We offer flexible working, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a tangible impact on one of the UK’s most high-profile regeneration programmes. If you’re ready to take the lead on digital for a place that never stands still — we’d love to hear from you. 

We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups and the local East London community. 

How to apply

To apply for this post, please follow the application instructions within the job advertisement and ensure that you provide the information that we have requested within our online application form. 

Please be aware that we DO NOT ACCEPT CVs for any vacancies within the LLDC, therefore, please fully complete the online application form.

We would also appreciate it if you would take the time to complete the Equality and Diversity Monitoring section. The information you give us will help us to refine our recruitment and employment practices and respond to the needs of the diverse range of people that our organisation comes in contact with. All details that you provide will be kept in strict confidence and will not be viewed by any member of the selection panel. 

The closing date for applications is 1st September 2025 at 11:59pm.  

Interviews will be taking place week commencing 8th September either in-person or via Microsoft Teams video call. The details of this process will be advised should you be invited to interview. 

If you would like to discuss this role further or have any questions, please email our Talent Acquisition Team on recruitment@londonlegacy.co.uk 

If this all sounds good to you, we’d love to hear from you! 

Benefits

• The salary for this post is £48,504 per annum. LLDC operates a performance-based incremental pay scale.
• The probationary period for this post is for 3 months. Upon successful completion of the probation period, confirmation of employment will be given, and the notice period will be three months.
• This is a permanent role. 
• This is full time position, working 37 hours per week. 
• All employees are eligible to join our pension scheme, which is provided by the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Annual leave entitlement is 32 days per year, plus bank holidays, pro-rata for part-time employees. The LLDC leave year runs from 1st April until 31st March and the entitlement will be pro-rata from the individual’s start date.
• To align with LLDC’s objectives, we offer 3 fully compensated volunteer days (pro-rata for part-time employment) providing all staff with the opportunity to serve the community in which they live in.
• LLDC can provide employees with an interest-free loan to purchase a season ticket for travel to and from work. Loans are available for the actual cost of the ticket up to a maximum value of £5,000.
• LLDC employees are eligible for a discounted gym membership at the Copper Box Arena and free membership at the London Aquatics Centre. Employees can enjoy the use of both state-of-the-art gyms and swimming facilities for £15 per month.
• Benenden is our healthcare service, which gives employees the opportunity to obtain consultations without having to wait on NHS waiting lists.
• LLDC offers employees a loan of up to £1,000 to purchase a bike and equipment through our cycle to work partner www.cyclescheme.co.uk 
• Brilliant and engaged employee networks to join, including the LGBTQ+ network, Race, Culture and Equity network and Inclusive Access and Disability network.