Commercial Lead

5 months ago

London, United Kingdom Government Commercial Function Full time

**Details**:
**Reference number**:

- 327567**Salary**:

- £68,775 - £75,920- GCO Pension, GCO Terms. Up to 15% performance-related-pay available on accreditation.**Job grade**:

- Grade 7- Commercial Lead**Contract type**:

- Permanent**Business area**:

- GCF - Department of Health and Social Care**Type of role**:

- Commercial**Working pattern**:

- Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time, Compressed Hours**Number of jobs available**:

- 1Contents

Location

About the job

**Benefits**:
Things you need to know

Location
- Leeds, London, Liverpool, Reading. Occasional travel required between government offices and when meeting suppliers.About the job

**Job summary**:

- Building a strong Commercial Function in Government, and with it the right commercial capability, is at the heart of a far-reaching programme of Civil Service reform.
- We are building a cadre of commercial talent in all Government departments; people who can manage our commercial portfolios, who can lead our most complex and novel programmes and projects, people who have the gravitas and depth of experience to work alongside our policy and operational leaders to develop innovative commercial arrangements, whether through joint ventures, outsourcing or best-in-class contracts.- We have already made significant progress through the establishment of the Government Commercial Organisation (GCO), our single employer of senior commercial talent across government. This role will sit within the GCO, but based in our Department of Health and Social Care commercial team delivering departmental objectives.**Job description**:
The role of the Commercial Lead is to provide category, procurement, contract / supplier management, and stakeholder leadership to the department and the wider health family across a range of spend areas/categories.

The post holder will work in collaboration with key business stakeholders, Arm’s Length Bodies (ALBs), the NHS and other Government Departments to provide strong commercial advice and support and deliver end-to-end commercial solutions that meet the business need whilst ensuring the best possible value for money.

**Person specification**:

- Manage the lifecycle of large, complex contracts (existing and new) across the category, and the commercial management of key suppliers.
- Provide consistent and clear commercial advice and guidance to internal and external stakeholders and being a key point of contact to the business for the Commercial Group.
- Provide robust commercial assurance for business cases (below £10m) from DHSC Groups and the wider health family. Work with the Commercial Assurance team for cases above £10m.
- Define, manage and monitor benefits realisation including commercial savings and sustainability outcomes.
- Line management / task management of staff and maintain a key role in coaching and developing staff.
- Develop a commercially focused culture within the team and work to develop relationships with key stakeholders to improve commercial understanding across the department.
- Lead Cabinet Office Commercial initiatives and ensure all reporting and milestones are achieved.

**Relevant experience and skills**:

- Detailed knowledge of commercial process and approaches - initially this can come from either a procurement or contract management background.
- Excellent communication, relationship and stakeholder management skills.
- Focus on achieving commercial outcomes and delivering value for money.
- Working in a fast-paced environment: identifying opportunities and reprioritising actions based on customer demands, criticality and interdependencies.
- Leadership experience either from line management or from leading a complex Commercial project.

**Technical skills**:
We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

- **Commercial Focus**: Leads on securing value for money through achieving a good return on investment on commercial projects. Influences internal decisions and leads discussions.
- **Builds Relationships**: Manages stakeholders and communicates with impact. Is trusted for commercial advice and is able to put technical considerations in plain language for stakeholders.
- **Coaching Manager**: Builds Confidence in team, encouraging them to develop and improve. Understands, at local level, the team’s strengths, skills gaps and actively seeks to build capacity.
- **Procurement Process**: Advises on and applies procurement policies, processes and governance mechanisms. Develops and publishes a full and approved bidder’s pack in line with financial and contractual delegations.
- **Contract and Supply Management**: Holds both suppliers and customers accountable for living up to their contractual commitments. Resolves disputes effectively and efficiently.

**Benefits**:

- As a valued employee of the Government Commercial Organisation (GCO), you will have access to all the benefits the centre has to offer; including flexible working, gen

  • Commercial Lead

    6 months ago

    London, United Kingdom Government Commercial Function Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 350050**Salary**: - £68,775 - £75,920- GCO Pension, GCO Terms. Up to 15% performance-related-pay available on accreditation.**Job grade**: - Grade 7- Commercial Lead**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - GCF - Department of Health and Social Care**Type of role**: - Commercial**Working pattern**: -...

  • Commercial Lead

    6 months ago

    London, United Kingdom Syneos Health Commercial Solutions Full time

    **Description** The Commercial Lead / General Manager (Commercial Lead) is responsible for managing all aspects of the planning, development, and execution of resources and strategies that support and drive the client’s Commercial business. They will serve as the liaison between the Syneos Health functional teams that they oversee, and the client's senior...

  • Commercial Governance Lead

    5 months ago

    London, United Kingdom Government Commercial Function Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 337865**Salary**: - £68,775 - £75,920- GCO Pension, GCO Terms. Up to 15% performance-related-pay available on accreditation.**Job grade**: - Grade 7- Commercial Lead**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - GCF - Department for Energy Security and Net Zero**Type of role**: - Commercial**Working...

  • Commercial Compliance Lead

    5 months ago

    London, United Kingdom Government Commercial Function Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 304544**Salary**: - £65,500 - £73,000- GCO Pension, GCO Terms. Up to 15% performance-related-pay available on accreditation.**Job grade**: - Grade 7- Commercial Lead**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - GCF - Department for Energy Security and Net Zero**Type of role**: - Commercial**Working...

  • Commercial Lead

    5 months ago

    London, United Kingdom Government Commercial Function Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 342188**Salary**: - £68,775 - £75,920- GCO Pension, GCO Terms. Up to 15% performance-related-pay available on accreditation.**Job grade**: - Grade 7- Commercial Lead**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - GCF - HM Revenue and Customs**Type of role**: - Commercial**Working pattern**: - Flexible working,...

  • Estates Category Commercial Lead

    6 months ago

    London, United Kingdom Government Commercial Function Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 352831**Salary**: - £68,775 - £75,920- GCO Pension, GCO Terms. Up to 15% performance-related-pay available on accreditation.**Job grade**: - Grade 7- Commercial Lead**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - GCF - Home Office**Type of role**: - Commercial**Working pattern**: - Flexible working, Full-time,...

  • Commercial Lead

    5 months ago

    London, United Kingdom Government Commercial Function Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 308490**Salary**: - £65,500 - £73,000- GCO Pension, GCO Terms. Up to 15% performance-related-pay available on accreditation.**Job grade**: - Grade 7- Commercial Lead**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - GCF - Ministry of Defence - Software & Cloud Services - Defence Digital**Type of role**: -...

  • Commercial Cleaning Operative

    2 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Commercial Full time

    Flexible Shift Patterns">We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our commercial cleaning team as a Cleaning Operative. The ideal candidate will be able to work flexibly across 7 days, including late evenings and early mornings.">About the Role">">Maintain a high standard of customer service while performing cleaning...

  • Lead Landscape Architect

    1 month ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Lead Careers Full time

    Job Title: Principal Landscape ArchitectWe are seeking a highly experienced Principal Landscape Architect to join our team at Lead Careers. As a key member of our Landscape and Urban Design Team, you will be responsible for leading and managing large-scale projects, working closely with clients and stakeholders to deliver high-quality results.Key...

  • Lead Landscape Architect

    1 month ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Lead Careers Full time

    Job Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Landscape Architect to lead our Landscape and Urban Design Team on diverse projects.About the Role: As a Principal Landscape Architect, you will be responsible for managing, developing, and growing the skills of the team while working on large infrastructure schemes, master planning, and public realm...

  • Head of Commercial Operations

    1 month ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Government Commercial Function Full time

    Job Title: Head of Commercial OperationsWelcome to the Government Commercial Function, where we are shaping the future of commercial operations in the public sector. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to lead our Commercial Operations team, driving innovation and excellence in procurement and contract management.About the RoleThe...

  • Commercial Business Partner

    6 months ago

    London, United Kingdom Government Commercial Function Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 341804**Salary**: - £68,775 - £75,920- GCO Pension, GCO Terms. Up to 15% performance-related-pay available on accreditation.**Job grade**: - Grade 7- Commercial Lead**Contract type**: - Permanent - Fixed term**Length of employment**: - Role 1 - Permanent/ Role 2 - FTA 2 years**Business area**: - GCF - Department...

  • Category Lead

    5 months ago

    London, United Kingdom Government Commercial Function Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 305320**Salary**: - £65,500 - £73,000- GCO Pension, GCO Terms. Up to 15% performance-related-pay available on accreditation.**Job grade**: - Grade 7- Commercial Lead**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - GCF - Department for International Trade - Department for Business and Trade**Type of role**: -...

  • Senior Commercial Manager

    4 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Government Commercial Function Full time

    Job SummaryThe Government Commercial Function is seeking a highly skilled Senior Commercial Manager to lead the category development and contract management activities of the next generation of Prisoner Education contracts. This is a key role within the Rehabilitation in Custody division, delivering contracts to support the education, skills, and vocational...

  • Commercial Property Consultant

    3 weeks ago

    South East London, United Kingdom CF Commercial Full time

    About CF CommercialWe are a dynamic and innovative property consultancy, established in 2009 and specializing in the London market.The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and ambitious individual to join our team as a Commercial Property Consultant. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for advising clients on marketing leasehold and freehold...

  • Commercial Business Partner

    5 months ago

    London, United Kingdom Government Commercial Function Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 351704**Salary**: - £68,775 - £75,920- GCO Pension, GCO Terms. Up to 15% performance-related-pay available on accreditation.**Job grade**: - Grade 7- Commercial Lead**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - GCF - Department of Health and Social Care**Type of role**: - Commercial**Working pattern**: -...

  • Assistant Head of Commercial

    5 months ago

    London, United Kingdom Government Commercial Function Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 326141**Salary**: - £68,775 - £75,920- GCO Pension, GCO Terms. Up to 15% performance-related-pay available on accreditation.**Job grade**: - Grade 7- Commercial Lead**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - GCF - Ministry of Defence - Ministry of Defence - Defence Nuclear Organisation**Type of role**: -...

  • Head of Grants

    5 months ago

    London, United Kingdom Government Commercial Function Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 356389**Salary**: - £76,125 - £97,760- GCO Pension, GCO Terms. Up to 15% performance-related-pay available on accreditation.**Job grade**: - Grade 6- Associate Commercial Specialist**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - GCF - Department of Health and Social Care**Type of role**: - Commercial**Working...

  • Head of Commercial

    5 months ago

    London, United Kingdom Government Commercial Function Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 303032**Salary**: - £72,500 - £94,000- GCO Pension, GCO Terms. Up to 15% performance-related-pay available on accreditation. CS and SCS level: **Job grade**: - Grade 6- Associate Commercial Specialist**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - GCF - Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office**Type of...

  • Head of Commercial

    5 months ago

    London, United Kingdom Government Commercial Function Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 359023**Salary**: - £76,125 - £97,760- GCO Pension, GCO Terms. Up to 15% performance-related-pay available on accreditation.**Job grade**: - Grade 6- Associate Commercial Specialist**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - GCF - Department for Science, Innovation, and Technology**Type of role**: -...