Cedar are supporting a Public Sector client who are looking to hire an Interim Senior Contract Manager on a 12-Month contract. This role is INSIDE IR35 offering a day rate of£500 up to £600 per day. This role will operate on a hybrid working basis with the expectation to be on-site 1 day per week at the clients offices in Berkshire. Candidates applying for this role ideally must hold or be willing to undergo SC Clearance if successful. The successful candidate will work in the Contract Management team and will be responsible for supporting drafting policies, contracts and T&Cs to support business requirements covering Infrastructure and NEC contracting requirements. Candidates applying MUST HAVE: Strong understanding/knowledge of Public Procurement Policy Strong background in Contract Negotiation and Management Experience with NEC3 and/or NEC4 Experience working in Defence and/or Security would be advantageous