Commercial Capability Lead - Training & Development

AWE plc; Wargrave; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day working fortnight

Pension scheme (9–13%)

Family-friendly policies: Maternity/Pf

Professional development funding

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Discounts on everyday spending

Special Leave for volunteering and res

Onsite parking

Job summary

AWE plc in Reading, Berkshire is seeking a Commercial Capability Manager. The role focuses on developing and embedding a full capability framework, with training, development and mentoring to close skill gaps in Commercial functions.

You will partner with department heads, define pathways and ensure alignment with HR processes. The position offers hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must have proven professional experience.
• Experience in a Procurement/Commercial function.
• Experience within HR or people related functions with skills development focus.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with ability to influence decisions.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and changing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and stakeholder management.
• Strong management skills and leadership potential.
• Good analytical skills and detail orientation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 including Excel.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to document and maintain accurate records.
• Attention to detail and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with external bodies (MOD, DNO, CAB) and identify collaboration opportunities.
• Define the Commercial competency framework and career pathways.
• Oversee Commercial training plans and manage associated providers.
• Align with wider HR and talent processes across the business.
• Own the Commercial skills and development programme and budget.
• Understand capability development demand and market trends.
• Analyze skills gaps and implement bridging plans.
• Roll out a Commercial mentoring programme to develop internal talent.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Analytical skills

Time management

Organizational skills

MS Excel

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

AWE plc in Reading, Berkshire is seeking a Commercial Capability Manager. The role focuses on developing and embedding a full capability framework, with training, development and mentoring to close skill gaps in Commercial functions.

You will partner with department heads, define pathways and ensure alignment with HR processes. The position offers hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package.