Mining Remediation Authority
Procurement Business Partner - Fixed Term Contract until March 2027
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You’ll bring significant procurement experience within the following categories: IT and digital and corporate services. This experience may have been gained in either the public or private sector.
You’ll have the drive to deliver strategic contracts that help create a better future for people and the environment in mining areas.
You’ll enjoy working collaboratively with a wide variety of stakeholders to deliver projects, and you’ll have a good knowledge of procurement legislation and different contract conditions.
You’ll preferably be CIPS qualified or working towards achieving this.
You’ll be a great communicator who is able to listen, interpret the needs of the business, and influence others to achieve the right commercial outcome.
You’ll be confident working independently, while also contributing to a supportive Procurement team and helping to inspire others.
Role Overview
Lead end-to-end procurement activity for a range of contracts, ensuring compliant, effective and value-for-money outcomes.
- Provide clear procurement and commercial advice to stakeholders across the organisation, helping them shape requirements and make informed decisions.
- Develop sourcing strategies and routes to market that support business needs, manage risk and deliver best value.
- Prepare and manage tender documentation, evaluation processes and award recommendations in line with procurement legislation and internal governance.
- Work collaboratively with project teams, suppliers and colleagues to deliver successful procurements from planning through to contract award.
- Support the development of strong supplier relationships and contribute to effective contract management where required.
- Use your knowledge of procurement legislation, commercial principles and contract conditions to support proportionate, defensible and well-documented decision making.
- Contribute to the continued development of the Procurement team by sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues and helping to improve ways of working.
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Our Vision
To be a problem-solving, easy-to-work-with business partner that adds value and benefits through a considered risk approach to meet the needs of the business.
Ready to take the next step? Apply now and secure your place in our team!
We don’t expect candidates to meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!
To find out more about the role, take a look at the job description.
Role location: Hybrid working (on average 2 days working out of our Mansfield office)
Schedule
- Application closing date: 30th September 2026
- Sifting date: 1st October 2026
- Interviews: Week commencing 5th October 2026
(If you are unavailable on these interview dates, please make us aware and we will look at alternative dates)
Security
Successful candidates must pass basic security checks and will be subject to UK Immigration requirements.
Why join us?
Make a real difference with flexibility, long-term security and support for life outside work.
At the Mining Remediation Authority, you’ll do meaningful work that improves people’s lives and protects the environment, while building a sustainable and balanced career.
- Flexibility that fits your life - hybrid working and flexibility in how you manage your time
- Financial security for your future - including a pension with up to 29% employer contribution
- Time to recharge - 27.5 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to flex more days
- Support through life’s big moments - generous family leave and flexibility when you need it most
- Opportunities to grow - funded learning, development and professional subscriptions
- Wellbeing support you can use every day - including a monthly wellbeing allowance, confidential support and practical health benefits
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About Us
At the Mining Remediation Authority, we make a real difference to people and places across Great Britain. From managing mining hazards to protecting the environment, our work keeps communities safe. We’re also playing an exciting role in the future of energy, helping to unlock mine water heat as a sustainable source to support the UK’s net zero ambitions. Our people are knowledgeable, collaborative and committed to doing the right thing for each other and for the communities we serve.
Why this matters
You’ll be joining an organisation that’s proud of the impact we make. We’re supportive, inclusive and genuinely care about delivering the right outcomes for communities across England, Scotland and Wales. Discover more about our work in our Business Plan.
Inclusion matters to us
We’re committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, and we welcome applications from everyone.
We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants and those from minority ethnic backgrounds who meet the minimum criteria.
If you need any adjustments as part of the recruitment process, please contact us at Recruitment@MiningRemediation.gov.uk or call 01623 637000. We’re here to support you.
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