The Commercial Directorate is a strategic and enabling function that supports all DHSC's commercial interactions with suppliers, other third parties and ministers in delivering their agenda. Our mission is to ensure that health and care policy is implemented at best value for the taxpayer. We do this by leading and overseeing the department's direct commercial activity, implementing commercial policies across DHSC and its arm's length bodies, and acting as advisors to the Secretary of State and Ministers. This is an exciting time to be part of the DHSC Commercial Directorate (CD) with an ever-growing need for policy and commercial professions to work closely to solve some of the most fascinating challenges in health and care. We hope you'll join us as we work to be a world class commercial function, excelling in customer service and achieving best value for money At DHSC, our mission is clear: enable healthier, longer lives while delivering value for the taxpayer. Our Commercial Directorate plays a crucial role in achieving this by shaping procurement policy, driving best practice, and working closely with NHS England and the wider NHS to improve efficiency and capability across the system. This is an exciting time to join a high-impact team tackling complex challenges that shape the future of health and care. We are experts in commercial policy and we aim to be the best in government commercial for technical expertise and customer focus. As part of this team, you will be responsible for leading change and sharing your passion and knowledge with others. You'll champion best practice, support the implementation of the National Procurement Policy Statement, and embed mission-led government principles to align commercial strategy with broader health priorities. With experience in managing and leading workstreams, we are looking for commercial specialists who will (but not excluded to):

• Lead policy implementation across commercial operational processes and champion best practice
• Provide technical support to commercial teams in relation to procurement policy and legislation
• Develop and deliver training sessions and presentation
  
  We are looking for smart, strategic thinkers with the confidence to influence, the expertise to lead change, and the drive to make a real difference. In return, we offer outstanding opportunities for personal development and the chance to work on issues that matter to millions. We offer excellent opportunities for personal development, so you have the tools to be the best you can be.
You may be eligible for a market pay supplement of either £4,000 if you are a member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (fully qualified) or £1,500 if you hold CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply or above (part qualified). You will be required to provide evidence of qualification. Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to .