As part of the continued drive for excellence, the University is seeking an experienced commercial contracting professional to join the finance division's senior team within this unique environment. The successful candidate will : Develop a strategic plan for the team to drive performance improvement and change; Provide expert insight into commercial contracts across the business, including managing a wide variety of categories; Support the contracting process for services delivered to external organizations; Establish compliance and governance arrangements to minimize risk; Develop contracting systems to ensure robust processes across the organization; This key role will work closely with the Executive team, cementing its position as a leading Sussex business. You will play a vital role in supporting the organization's future-proofing, delivering value-for-money, fostering strong long-term relationships, and mitigating risk. J-18808-Ljbffr