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FCDO: Digital, Data and Technology Contract Management Team Lead (PRT25.302) – Lisbon

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The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer.  We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow. The FCDO operates an agile workforce and to facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time, as we may reasonably require.

Job Category
 

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)
 

Based at the British Embassy in Lisbon, Portugal, our new Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) Contract Management Team Lead will be the driving force behind a newly formed, high-impact team dedicated to delivering commercial excellence across the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office’s (FCDO) global digital portfolio.

Are you ready to shape the future of digital contract management at the heart of UK foreign policy?

What You Will Do:

  • Build and lead a team of six contract management professionals in Lisbon.
  • Act as the FCDO’s primary interface for strategic supplier relationships and contract performance.
  • Manage critical DDaT contracts, ensuring value-for-money, compliance, and innovation.
  • Influence senior stakeholders across the UK and Europe, including the Information & Digital Directorate and Consular & Crisis Directorate.
  • Champion digital tools and data-driven approaches to enhance transparency and efficiency. 

 Why This Role Is Unique:

  • Be part of a mission-driven organisation with global impact.
  • Enjoy flexible working arrangements (up to 2 remote days/week).
  • Access rich learning and development opportunities, including the Government Commercial Function’s Contract Management Capability Programme.
  • Collaborate with a diverse and talented team across Lisbon, London, Vilnius, and beyond.

What We Are Looking For:

  • Proven leadership in commercial contract management, ideally in the DDaT sector.
  • Strong experience negotiating complex contracts and managing supplier performance.
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to see the big picture and make effective decisions.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • A degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, IT, Economics, or Finance.
  • International experience and familiarity with UK/EU procurement legislation are desirable.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

This is a hands-on role leadership requiring strong contract management, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and influencing skills. You will work closely with stakeholders across the supply base and the wider FCDO.

Contract Management

The jobholder will be responsible for contract managing a small number of critical contracts as well as leading the team to provide contract management services and support across the FCDO DDaT contract portfolio.

    • Lead and manage a small number of critical contracts within the FCDO’s Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) portfolio.
    • Develop and implement contract management plans and compliance frameworks.
    • Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and ensure value-for-money outcomes.
    • Maintain contract management systems and provide feedback on supplier performance.
    • Lead contract negotiations, including variations, disputes, extensions, and renewals.
    • Identify and manage commercial risks, ensuring mitigation plans are in place.
    • Promote digital tools and data-driven approaches to improve transparency and efficiency.
    • Support wider FCDO priorities through supplier engagement and commercial innovation.

 

Stakeholder Management

The jobholder will play a key role in engaging with stakeholders (both internal and external) and will set direction for the team to:
    • Act as a ”trusted adviser” to internal teams, helping resolve contract issues and deliver obligations.
    • Liaise with suppliers and departments to manage contract changes, negotiate contract terms and other service requirements.
    • Champion contract management best practices across the organisation.
    • Represent the DDaT Commercial function in cross-government forums and working groups.

Corporate Responsibilities and Staff Management

    • Line manage three HEO contract managers and lead a team of six based in Lisbon.

    • Prepare data management tools for corporate reporting and respond to information requests.
    • Support staff development, succession planning, and skills reviews of Commercial staff.

Ways of Working

    • The role is based at the British Embassy Lisbon and follows local staff terms of service.
    • You will be part of the post management board, attend weekly leadership meetings, and contribute to the wider Portugal Network.
    • Flexible working is supported, with up to two remote days per week.

 Apply now to lead one of the UK Government’s most exciting commercial teams and make your mark in international digital transformation.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience
 

Candidates should note that the FCDO operates within a regulated sector for procurement and under English Law. Training will be provided on the UK’s legal framework. However, skills and experience in the principles of contract management will be an essential foundation.
  • High level of fluency in English, both spoken and written — minimum C1 level according to the CEFR*
  • University degree or equivalent in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Information Technology, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Digital Data and technology (DDaT) sector sourcing and/or contract management.
  • Proven track record in leading complex commercial situations and delivering strong commercial outcomes.
  • Experience in the DDaT sector, either as a buyer or supplier.
  • Demonstrable line management experience, including team leadership and staff development.
  • Experience working in a regional or international procurement capacity, beyond domestic markets.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with excellent customer service skills and the ability to influence both internal and external parties and supporting non-commercial staff.

  • Ability to interpret complex data and commercial models to inform decision-making.

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
 

  • Formal qualification in Procurement or Commercial discipline (Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply CIPS or its equivalent)
  • Knowledge of relevant UK and EU procurement legislation
  • Experience of working with e-procurement tools

Required behaviours
 

Communicating and Influencing, Developing Self and Others, Leadership, Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service, Seeing the Big Picture

Application deadline
 

21 September 2025

Grade
 

Senior Executive Officer (SEO)

Type of Position
 

Full-time, Permanent

Working hours per week
 

35

Region
 

Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia

Country/Territory
 

Portugal

Location (City)
 

Lisbon

Type of Post
 

British Embassy

Number of vacancies
 

1

Salary Currency
 

EUR

Salary
 

€4,287.23 (Monthly) x 14 instalments, plus €193.60 Meal allowance

Type of Salary
 

monthly

Start Date
 

17 November 2025

Other benefits and conditions of employment
 

This is a full-time, permanent contract for 35 net working hours per week, subject to a 180 days probation period. This role is based in Lisbon, with occasional travel required to London, Scotland, and Vilnius. We are flexible on travel requirements and open to discussing individual circumstances

The British Embassy in Lisbon aims to offer an attractive working environment and remuneration package for this role of €60,021.19 gross annual salary paid in fourteen instalments; plus a monthly meal allowance of €193.60. This salary is payable if the successful candidate is subject to individual income tax (IRS) in Portugal on the employment income in question. If the successful candidate is not subject to individual income tax (IRS) on their employment income in Portugal, and/or is not taxable elsewhere on such income, s/he will receive the above salary minus a reference amount approximate to the level of Portuguese tax that would be applicable if the income were subject to tax locally. Further information on this will be given to candidates during the recruitment process.

All staff recruited locally by the British Embassy in Portugal are subject to local Portuguese employment law as well as internal regulations in force at any given time.

The successful candidate will be subject to a professional background and security clearance and must have pre-existing work authorisation for Portugal in order to apply.

All applicants should have the right to live and work in Portugal. The British Embassy does not sponsor work permits.

The Embassy will not consider applications from existing staff who have not successfully completed their probation period or, in the case of staff on temporary contract who have not yet completed two thirds of their contract.

British Embassy Lisbon offers a supportive environment for its team, including flexible working opportunities, a rich learning and training offering and a focus on individual development.

Visa/ Passport requirements:Candidates must currently hold the independent right to live and work in Portugal and be prepared to ensure that right remains throughout the scope of the contract. Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal requirements to live and work in this country.

Working Pattern: 35 net working hours per week as per Lisbon local staff Terms of Service. The Embassy’s flexible working policy currently allows for staff to work remotely for up to two days a week.This role is based in Lisbon, with occasional travel required to London, Scotland, and Vilnius. We are flexible on travel requirements and open to discussing individual circumstances

Learning and Development opportunities: The Embassy has a strong Learning and Development Culture. You will be encouraged and supported to undertake L&D activity.  We are committed to the development of our staff. Staff have access to learning and development opportunities on our various platforms, in order to enhance their skills and build capability. Government Commercial Function – Contract Management Capability Programme support and development.

Additional information
 

Please note that the deadline for applications is 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”.

We advise you to allow enough time to complete and submit your full application, since only applications completed and submitted before the deadline will be considered.

Please be aware that the deadline for submitting applications is considered to be the time zone for the country where the vacancy has arisen.

Please be advised that the British Embassy will not be able to meet the travel costs incurred when travelling to the interview, nor the costs connected with relocation if offered a position.

*Please note for more information on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment  levels  please click on the following link CEFR. Please bear in mind in case you are invited for an interview your language skill is going to be assessed.

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