What you’ll be doing
The Parliamentary Commercial Department (PCD) is looking for motivated and talented Commercial Managers to join our growing commercial function. These opportunities sit across a few commercial specialisms, offering the chance to work on a diverse range of procurement projects that support the work of UK Parliament.
PCD is responsible for commercial strategy, procurement delivery, commercial governance, and contract and supplier management across Parliament. As a Commercial Manager, you will act as a trusted commercial partner, working closely with stakeholders across the organisation to understand business needs and deliver effective procurement solutions. You will lead or support end-to-end procurement activity, provide commercial advice, help drive compliance with procurement legislation and internal governance, and contribute to the delivery of category and commercial strategies.
This is a varied and rewarding role where no two projects are the same. You'll work with a diverse range of stakeholders, manage competing priorities, and play an important role in delivering successful commercial outcomes that support Parliament's strategic objectives. You will also have the opportunity to build your commercial expertise, develop your career and gain unique insight into the workings of one of the world's most recognised democratic institutions.
The different types of commercial specialism are set out below and indicate a minimum requirement as detailed in the job description.
Works Category:
A basic level knowledge of the principles of the NEC4 suite of contracts.
For ICT, Works and Indirects Categories:
The successful candidate will have a basic understanding of the common commercial considerations when drafting contracts.
This role is offered on a hybrid working basis, with an expectation of you spending 40% of your time in the office in line with House Administration requirements.
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Why Join us?
In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including but not limited to:
- Generous annual leave starting at 30 days and increasing to 35 after one full working year.
- Enrolment in the excellent Civil Service pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 29%.
- Flexible working options that help you find a balance including enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption leave, caring leave and alternative working patterns.
What we’re looking for
- You may have level 4 CIPS, equivalent experience or other relevant qualifications.
- Experience in procurement, with commercial experience, where key achievements can be demonstrated. Knowledge of Procurement Legislation (Public Contracts Regulations (PCR) 2015 and Procurement Act 2023).
- For Works Category only:
- A basic level knowledge of the principles of the NEC4 suite of contracts.
- For ICT, Works and Indirects Categories:
- The successful candidate will have a basic understanding of the common commercial considerations when drafting contracts.
- Experience of working at varying levels with internal and occasionally external stakeholders. Ability to develop rapport with colleagues and contacts, utilising negotiating and influencing skills to produce a positive outcome.
- Well organised, methodical approach to work with an ability to prioritise and multitask. Ability to learn quickly and exercise initiative and seek ways to improve service.
- Good IT skills and a strong commitment to the use of IT including E-tendering systems. Experience at using systems to generate management information/reporting to drive decision making.
- Ability to work quickly under pressure maintaining a high standard of accuracy and detail. Proven analytical and research skills that can be applied to several different challenges and scenarios.
How to Apply
CV & Supporting Statement – If you would like to apply for this role, please submit your CV and Supporting Statement of no more than 500 words or one side of A4.
More information on the application process can be found here: Application process - UK Parliament
Additional Information
Please ensure that you anonymise your application by removing any identifiable factors from your CV or Supporting Statement.
As part of the selection process, we will be asking candidates to complete an online Numeracy and Business Writing test. Further information about these assessments will be provided after the closing date.
Please note job offers will be made at the minimum of the salary range, other than in exceptional circumstances.
Please note we may choose to close the vacancy prior to the closing date stated if there is a high volume of applications received.
