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Procurement Policy and Project Lead

FCDO Services -
Milton Keynes

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£46,224 - £47,813 a year
10 days ago

Benefits

On-site gym
Company pension
Shuttle service provided

Qualifications

CIPS
Procurement
Project management
Presentation skills
Organisational skills
IT
Communication skills

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Reference number

470383

Salary

£46,224 - £47,813

Plus 1750 location allowance

A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%

GBP

Job grade

Senior Executive Officer

Contract type

Permanent

Business area

FCDO Services - Business Services

Type of role

Procurement and Contracts Management

Working pattern

Full-time

Number of jobs available

Location
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Location

Hanslope Park, Hanslope, Milton Keynes

About the job

Job summary

Procurement Policy and Project Lead

£46,224 £47,813 plus a location allowance of £1,750 and excellent benefits

Based in Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes with the flexibility of hybrid working depending on business need

Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park

At FCDO Services we protect the UKs interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings and courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission were on. In our world, it all matters.

Job description

Behind every UK or overseas project we support theres a dedicated Procurement team making it all happen. They strive to provide value for money supply chains in a compliant manner to support the organisation, the FCDO and our wider market customers, shaping strategies for sustainable and ethical sourcing. And now, you've got the opportunity to join them.

Sourcing for global projects
Balancing cost with quality
Having everything you need to grow

It all matters

Share your skills, expertise and knowledge in this significant new role

Join our close knit, inclusive and supportive Procurement team in this brand new role and it will be your task to focus on ensuring our policies and processes align with the latest legal and regulatory requirements. Working across the team and our wider organisation as you share your knowledge and expertise, youll have the opportunity to mould the role as you come up with innovative new ideas that improve the way we operate.

This is an extremely varied role youll focus on a number of ad hoc projects involving areas such as commercial and ISO standards, security, sustainability and modern slavery, working and cooperating with colleagues and networking with other government departments. Well also expect you to provide expert advice and support to stakeholders, and ensure there is commercial knowledge across the business. Your additional tasks will include overseeing and updating the procurement area of our intranet, and providing the high quality education and information necessary to ensure internal customers are aware of the latest policies.

Use all your team working skills as you help defend the UKs security interests

To be a success in this significant senior role youll have the confidence to work on your own initiative as you make this role your own, and collaborate and learn from established members of the team. Proactive, positive and flexible, you should be capable of interpreting and advising on the latest procurement legislation and government policies, while your superb project management and organisational skills will allow you to work well with colleagues at all levels of our organisation.

When it comes to qualifications, well expect you to hold CIPS accreditation or have equivalent experience. In addition to extensive corporate policy experience involving senior stakeholder engagement, you should possess the skills to interpret and provide advice on relevant legislation, and be willing to work with colleagues from a range of other government departments.

Discover the support you need to grow your career further

But were always looking to improve just like you. Thats why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, youll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need.

Want to see your future teams work in action? Step into our Virtual Embassy and select a guide to take you round to see how we deliver for government customers and how you could help. Explore the embassy now at virtual-embassy.fcdoservicescareers.co.uk

Every single colleague must be security cleared before joining us. If youre successful in your application, well ask you to undergo our vetting process to achieve Security Clearance (SC). You can find out more about vetting at fcdoservicescareers.co.uk/how-to-apply/

To find out more about our benefits and our organisation, please visit fcdoservicescareers.co.uk

Closing date: 2nd August 2026

It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world

The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues, with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know youre welcome and valued. Its what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why were recognised as a Carer Confident workplace. And its how you know youre joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.

Person specification

CIPS qualification or equivalent experience
Knowledge of procurement policy and UK Public Procurement procedures
Extensive corporate policy experience involving senior stakeholder engagement
Experience and ability to interpret and provide advice on procurement legislation
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with staff at all grades.
Strong project management and organisational skills

Qualifications

If selecting or similar equivalent please provide details of qualification or experience you are using as equivalent

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

Changing and Improving
Working Together

Technical skills

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

Commercial Awareness
CIPS qualification or equivalent experience
Extensive corporate policy experience involving senior stakeholder
Experience and ability to interpret and provide advice on procurement legislation
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with staff at all grades
Knowledge of procurement policy and UK Public Procurement procedures
Extensive corporate policy experience involving senior stakeholder engagement
Experience and ability to interpret and provide advice on procurement legislation

We only ask for evidence of these technical skills on your application form:

CIPS qualification or equivalent experience
Extensive corporate policy experience involving senior stakeholder
Experience and ability to interpret and provide advice on procurement legislation
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with staff at all grades

Benefits

Alongside your salary of £46,224, FCDO Services contributes £13,391 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides .

Learning and development tailored to your role
An environment with flexible working options
A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
A Civil Service pension
A leave allowance of 25 days per annum
9 days per annum public and privilege days
Free Shuttle Bus from central Milton Keynes to Hanslope Park

Things you need to know

Artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

Selection process details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.

To apply for this role, you will be asked to provide your CV, a personal statement, and provide answers to some job specific/technical skills.

Your CV and personal statement will not form part of the assessment they will provide an insight into your work history and experience.

Your CV should include:

no personal identifying details
career history with key responsibilities
achievements
qualifications

Your personal statement should outline your interest in the role.

Candidates will only be sifted on answers provided to the technical/ job specific questions which are outlined in the application form.

Those that are successful will be invited to a Face to face interview.

At the interview you will be asked a blend of questions on technical/job specific skills and behaviours.

Dependant on the role include the candidate you will need to complete presentation along with the interview questions.

Candidates who are judged to be close to meeting the criteria may be considered for other positions in FCDO Services which may be at a lower grade, but have a potential skills match.

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check .

See our vetting charter .

People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Medical

Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.

Nationality requirements

Open to UK nationals only.

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.

We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles .

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy .

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Contact point for applicants

Job contact :

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Email : [email protected]

Recruitment team

Email : [email protected]

Further information

If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Civil Service Commission Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact [email protected] in the first instance.
If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from FCDO Services, you can contact the Civil Service Commission. For more information, please visit their website.

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