Assistant Commercial Officer

3 weeks ago

Helensburgh, United Kingdom Submarine Delivery Agency Full time

Are you interested in contract management, excited by the opportunity to shape and define the some of the biggest and complex defence programmes in the UK today? The Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA) are currently seeking an enthusiastic and driven Assistant Commercial Officer to join our team at HMNB Clyde.

You will be part of a small Commercial team, managing a portfolio covering a number of contracts within HMNB Clyde. As an Assistant Commercial Officer, you will have the opportunity to support a range of commercial activities, including high profile and complex contracts across the Naval Base sites, working closely with stakeholders, and supporting cross functional teamwork. You will be tasked to deliver maximum value via contract management activities, influencing commercial strategies and addressing the consequences of any changes that occur.

Growing your career as part of the SDA, we will provide you with the diverse opportunities at the forefront of ensuring the delivery of crucial and significant projects. You will be supported by your manager and wider team to achieve your career goals and aspirations with mentoring available to fulfil your potential. If not already achieved, you will be expected to gain CIPS level 4/or equivalent and pass the MOD Practitioner Commercial Licence assessment within your first year of employment, we will fund and provide you the support and guidance needed to help you achieve this.

At the SDA, we champion flexible ways of working to support work-life balance. Regular in-person attendance is required at your Primary Duty Station (Clyde) however this may vary to promote the benefits of face-to-face collaboration. As such, this opportunity would be perfect for someone based in Glasgow or the surrounding areas, who is willing to commute to Faslane on a regular basis.

We strongly recommend tailoring your CV in line with our **CV guidance** before applying, with specific sections to highlight Key Achievements, Relevant Experience, and Applied Skills & Knowledge.

**Responsibilities**
- Provide assurance and due diligence for commercial activity to provide confidence in commercial outcomes.
- Communicate in a timely manner with a range of internal and external stakeholders including suppliers and Subject Matter Experts.
- Negotiate terms and pricing, place and manage contracts and contract amendments up to a maximum delegation of £0.25M in accordance with set guidelines and conditions outlined in the individual’s delegation letter and MOD policy.
- Depending on project value, assist or lead in the portfolio management for contracts ensuring contract obligations are met in line with the contract and business requirements.
- Determine the appropriate commercial actions for requirements including supply market analysis, draft strategy plans, contract management plans and facilitate key aspects of the delivery.
- Draft Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ), Invitation to Tender (ITT) and contract documentation in accordance with MOD policy and legislation.
- Support and provide advice to Commercial Assistant.
- Provide support and assistance to commercial enabling teams to assist delivery of SDA continuous improvement projects.

**Person specification**
- Experience in stakeholder management and the ability to communicate and influence across different levels of the organisation both internally and externally.
- Have proficient IT skills including Microsoft Office, Excel, and the ability to use IT systems and programmes.

In addition to the responsibilities above, the following will be assessed at interview:

- Tender and Bid Process - Supervised Practitioner
- Contract Management - Supervised Practitioner
- Communicating and Influencing CSBC 3
- Working Together CSBC 3

**Benefits**

Alongside your salary of £27,800, Ministry of Defence contributes £7,506 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
- 25 days’ annual leave +1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King’s birthday
- Flexible and hybrid working options
- Market-leading average employer pension contribution of 27%
- Annual performance-based bonus and recognition awards
- Access to specialist training and funded qualifications
- Support for progression
- Huge range of discounts
- Volunteering days
- Enhanced parental leave schemes.

We believe in creating an environment where our people can grow, thrive, and be their best selves. So, whether you’re looking for a next step, a fresh start, or a helping hand as you return from a career break, here you’ll find a supportive, family-friendly organisation to be a part of.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £27,800.00-£29,900.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Flexitime
- Store discount
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- No weeke

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