Assistant Director - Commercial

engagement.

• Providing strategic procurement advice and commercial challenge on high-impact, high-value and business-critical requirements, including specifications, market engagement, procurement routes, risk allocation and contract structures. Maintaining strategic oversight of key supplier relationships and critical commercial markets to strengthen resilience, competition, innovation and long-term value throughout the contract lifecycle. Benefits Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave). 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King's birthday. Access to the staff discount portal. Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc. Joining a diverse and inclusive workforce with a
  
  range of staff communities to support all our colleagues. 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff. Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. About you To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Proven experience of developing and implementing commercial strategies and governance arrangements in a complex organisation. Evidence of leading complex, high-value or business-critical commercial activity, including negotiation and risk management. Advanced expertise across the commercial lifecycle, including sourcing, procurement, contract management and supplier management. Strong knowledge of public procurement legislation, government commercial policy, controls and assurance requirements. Evidence of leading commercial teams, building capability and influencing senior stakeholders to secure value-for-money outcomes. Apply before 11:55 pm
on Sunday 1st November 2026