Contract Management & Procurement Officer

Lex Consultancy is recruiting a Contract Management & Procurement Officer to join the Governance and Procurement function of a leading organisation supporting Ireland’s sustainable energy and climate ambitions.

Contract: 18-Month Contract- hybrid working

Hours: 35 hour working week

Location: Dublin, Dundalk, Cork, or Sligo office

Salary: €53,071 pa, non-negotiable

Annual Leave: 29 days

Closing date for applications: 5.00 pm Wednesday 21st October 2026

Reporting to the relevant management team, your responsibilities will include:

• Contract Management: Maintain the contract register, ensuring records are accurate and up to date, and monitor contract milestones, expiry dates, renewal options and key actions.
• Reporting & Data Analysis: Develop and maintain dashboards, KPI reports and management information to support decision-making, identify trends and highlight potential risks or areas for improvement.
• Procurement Support: Assist with procurement processes, including reviewing tender documentation, managing procurement records and supporting the publication of contract award notices through eTenders.
• Governance & Compliance: Support adherence to procurement policies and procedures, maintain appropriate audit trails and assist with internal and external audit requirements.
• Planning & Performance Monitoring: Contribute to the development of the Annual Corporate Procurement Plan and monitor progress against agreed objectives.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Provide guidance and practical support to colleagues on contract management processes, procurement documentation and reporting requirements.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve reporting, contract oversight and procurement practices across the organisation.

To be considered for this opportunity, it is essential you have:

• A degree (NFQ Level 8 or above) in Business or another relevant discipline.
• Minimum of three years directly relevant experience working in a similar role such as contract management, procurement, supplier management, business analysis, finance, or governance.
• Experience maintaining data within business systems.
• Well-developed IT skills (Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Word).
• Strong communication (written and verbal) skills, including report writing, presenting and public speaking.
• The ability to manage competing priorities, work to tight deadlines and maintain high standards of accuracy.
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.

For further information or a confidential discussion about this opportunity, contact forward your CV to Tara Murphy in Lex Consultancy today.