Location: Leicester, Cardiff, or Harwell (Didcot)Work Arrangement: Hybrid, with 2-3 days a week in-officeRole: Commercial LeadPay Rate: Up to £650 per day via umbrella
Job Purpose:As a Commercial Lead, you will drive the development of commercial strategies and conduct commercial model options analysis for my client's strategic programs. This role involves managing both commercial contracts and grant agreements. A key focus will be to provide commercial insights, attend program oversight board meetings, and ensure effective oversight and assurance on commercial activities.
Person Specification:Essential Criteria: Demonstrated commercial acumen in achieving value-for-money solutions aligned with business needsStrong negotiation skills for optimal commercial outcomesProven ability to analyse complex delivery environments and recommend effective commercial and procurement strategies, with strong business case presentation skillsTrack record of successful contract negotiationsAbility to balance stakeholder needs while adhering to government commercial service standardsExperience identifying and managing commercial and procurement risksPrevious work on complex projects or programsStrong interpersonal skills and relationship-building abilityExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalMCIPS qualification or actively working towards (Level 3 or above) or equivalentExpert level in Contract Management Capability ProgramDesirable Criteria: Experience with grants, including awareness of grant functional standards and commercial operating standards for grantsProject management qualifications (APM, PRINCE2, MSP, or similar)Key Responsibilities:Develop commercial strategies for major projects and programs, evaluating commercial models to determine optimal mechanisms for meeting objectives, including investment catalysisInnovate and implement new forms of intervention (e.g., public-private partnerships, equity shares, loans) to expand the commercial offeringLead policy revisions in response to public procurement reformsAssist the Assistant Director of Commercial in maintaining and enhancing policy and process standards for contracting and grant competitions, aligned with government commercial principlesOversee and assure commercial activities in accordance with governance and Commercial Functional StandardsProactively support project and program teams, including evaluating proposals, identifying risks, and negotiating outcomes with suppliers and grant recipientsPrepare briefs and guidance for various audiences, including teams, non-commercial experts, and potential suppliersSupport development of a commercial life-cycle approach aligned with both current and medium-term agency standardsDeliver training and raise procurement awareness for Agency staffBuild positive relationships within the wider commercial function and across government departmentsTo Apply:Please click the apply button or contact Danielle at (phone number removed) for further information.
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