Braintree - Finance
Eastlight Community Homes, Braintree, CM77 8FG

Procurement, Compliance and Systems Officer

Salary: £41,033 per annum
Working Pattern: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37
Closing Date: Tue 10 Feb 2026 - 11:59 pm UTC
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Procurement, Compliance and Systems Officer

Working Pattern

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8:30 - 17:00
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8:30 - 17:00
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8:30 - 17:00
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8:30 - 17:00
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8:30 - 16:30
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Agencies

Eastlight’s current agency PSL is at capacity, so we will not be able to consider candidate applications introduced by agencies outside of our selected suppliers.

Who We Are

Eastlight Community Homes is proud to be the largest community gateway social housing provider in the country. Together with our residents and communities, we create safe, affordable homes and neighbourhoods that people are proud to live in.

The Role

Eastlight has an exciting new opportunity for a Procurement Compliance & Systems Officer to join our Procurement team on a full time, permanent basis! This role focuses on supporting the effective operation of our procurement systems, controls and assurance across the organisation, playing an important part in helping teams navigate procurement requirements with confidence. It will also ensure that our data and processes are transparent and compliant with the Procurement Act 2023.

You will support the day to day operation and continuous improvement of procurement systems, supplier onboarding and assurance processes, framework usage and reporting, helping to maintain accurate, accessible and reliable information. Working closely with colleagues across the business, you will provide guidance, training and practical support on procurement processes, while helping to maintain audit readiness and consistent standards. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys problem solving, supporting others and improving how things work, with a strong eye for detail and a commitment to safeguarding public funds through good procurement practice. Strong knowledge of business systems, preferably within procurement or finance, is essential.

Benefits and Compensation

To demonstrate our commitment to you, we have developed a sector leading total rewards package:

  • £41,033 per annum
  • Permanent Contract, Full-time (37 hours per week)
  • Group stakeholder pension plan (Eastlight will double, up to 5% of the employee’s contribution - Employee 5% + Eastlight 10% = Total 15%)
  •  30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Annual wellbeing grant of £200 per annum – Subject to eligibility
  • Trailblazing family leave (Maternity, Paternity and Adoption – 12 weeks full pay/6 weeks half pay) – Subject to eligibility
  • A BHSF healthcare cash plan, life assurance
  • Formal qualifications and paid professional membership

Next Steps

At Eastlight we support, develop, and invest in our people, together creating a culture where people love to work. There has never been a better time to join us! Click the link below to submit your CV and personal statement.

Eastlight Community Homes is a disability confident leader and equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse culture, which is why we encourage applications from everyone. If you require any support with the application process, please contact recruitment@eastlighthomes.co.uk

Eastlight Community Homes are unable to provide Visa Sponsorship.

Important Dates

Closing Date: 10 February 2026

Interview Date: Interviews are expected to be held on 19/20 February 2026 via Microsoft Teams

We reserve the right to close or withdraw this vacancy earlier than advertised should we receive a sufficient number of applications.

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