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Procurement Administrator
Funding CircleLondon
Apply We’re on a mission to back the UK’s small businesses like no one else 🚀
Small businesses are the backbone of the economy, and we’re here to help them win. We’ve built a platform that uses clever data to get them the funding they need in minutes, not weeks.
At Funding Circle, we have the restless energy of a fintech start-up with the stability of a public company. It’s a unique mix that gives Circlers the autonomy to take ownership and the scale to make an impact that truly counts.
We’re a high-performing team that chooses to lift each other up. We challenge, we champion, and we have each other’s backs - because we know that when we stand together, we move faster and build better.
The impact is real: Last year alone, the businesses on our platform generated £7.2bn for the UK economy 📈 Come and join a mission that matters!
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You’ll make a real difference for our customers and your team from day one. We believe the fastest way to grow is by doing, so we give you the ownership to run with things and see real-time results.
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Procurement Administrator to join an innovative, fast-paced and market-changing fintech. Our Finance team is looking for someone who is keen to learn and to make a real and positive contribution to the team.
Supplier Acquisition:
Support negotiations with third-party suppliers to drive efficiencies and performance improvement.
Set up and review low risk Supplier Due-Diligence results
Monitor Procurement Helpdesk (Jira) system to ensure all appropriate actions are taken for new purchase requests across the entire business
Ongoing Supplier Management:
Assess and review ongoing supplier risk and Service Impact Assessment ratings based on the goods / services being purchased
Maintain and extract accurate risk, supplier and contract data to store on our supplier management database
Check & chase the upcoming contract for renewal/expiry and to chase stakeholders for status updates
Internal Administrative Tasks:
Review Procurement Inbox
Ensure all reporting is completed accurately and in a timely manner e.g. Peps & Sanctions Checks, Creditsafe Checks,
Obtain missing data from the business owners
Set up Supplier Records in procurement system
Supplier Due Diligence and ongoing monitoring
Preparing and involvement in tenders
Assist the Group Procurement function in shaping Procurement to become a best in class in function
Relationship Building: Form excellent relationships with internal budget-holders and stakeholders e.g. Legal, Infosec, Finance, Tech.
What we’re looking for 🌱
We value deep expertise, but a growth mindset and good energy are what really make our team click. We’re a group that chooses to lift each other up and think smart every day.
Passionate about procurement and how these principles can be applied to Funding Circle’s mission “to build a better financial world
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a highly collaborative approach to teamwork that builds trust and aligns cross-functional peers
Exceptional accuracy and meticulous attention to detail when handling data, contracts, and financial records.
Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs/Sheets) and MS Excel
Self-reliant and highly organised, with the time-management skills required to prioritise multi-stream tasks and deliver under tight deadlines.
Resilient and proactive in supplier data management—consistently following up to ensure deliverable deadlines are met while supporting positive vendor relationships
Proven ability to build, maintain, and manage strong relationships with internal business stakeholders at all levels.
Adaptable, fast learner who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative environment.
Able to proactively identify ways to use Generative AI to streamline your daily tasks and improve your personal productivity
Confident using approved AI tools safely and effectively to enhance your output and find a better way of working
Skills we’d love to see:
Degree qualification desirable
We’re building a place where everyone truly feels they belong. Even if your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you.
Why join us? 💜
We back you to build an incredible career and by joining us, you'll be part of one of The Sunday Times Best Companies to Work For 2026! As a flexible-first employer, we use a "best of both" approach. We’ll see you in our London office to collaborate – with barista coffee and subsidised Just Eat lunches on us!
Our Circler Proposition focuses on five areas:
Flexibility: We provide a benefit allowance you can tailor to your own life and family.
Health: This includes private medical and dental, health assessments, and access to a digital GP.
Wealth: We offer life assurance, share schemes, and financial coaching.
Development: You get a dedicated annual learning allowance to help you level up.
Lifestyle: We have electric car and cycle-to-work schemes, plus season ticket loans.
We also have award-winning parental leave policies. We're here to support you through the big life moments, from fertility treatments to new additions to the family.