Commercial Lead

Arguile Search; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training organisation is looking for a Senior Commercial Training Business Partner with strong commercial contracting expertise and WorldCC qualifications. This role involves designing, developing, and delivering impactful training programmes for a diverse UK and international client base. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in training delivery, excellent presentation skills, and the ability to mentor others. The role offers a competitive salary of £70,000 to £90,000 plus benefits and international travel opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

International travel

Qualifications

• Proven track record in designing and delivering professional training programmes.
• Ability to create engaging training content using modern training methodologies.
• Experience in the defence sector preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver high-quality training programmes tailored to client needs.
• Mentor new trainers and support ongoing development.
• Act as primary point of contact for delegates ensuring a supportive learning journey.

Skills

Training delivery expertise

Commercial contracting knowledge

Strong interpersonal skills

Mentoring ability

Presentation skills

Education

WorldCC qualifications

Job description

Senior Commercial Training Business Partner – WorldCC Qualified

£70,000–£90,000 + Bonus

Location: England (London preferred) | UK-wide & some International Travel

Our client – a leading organisation operating at the forefront of complex, high-value commercial contracting – is seeking an exceptional Senior Trainer to design, develop, and deliver world-class training programmes. This role is ideal for someone with strong training expertise, deep understanding of commercial contracting frameworks, and the ability to engage and mentor others.

You will play a key role in shaping and delivering high-impact training for a diverse UK and international client base. Regular travel within the UK is required, with occasional international travel to locations such as New York, Washington DC, Paris, and Riyadh.

Key Responsibilities

• Training Delivery & Programme Development
  • Design, develop, and deliver engaging, high-quality training programmes tailored to client needs.
  • Produce new training materials and incorporate modern training techniques, including digital and interactive tools.
  • Take full ownership of all course content, ensuring materials are accurate, up to date, and aligned with best practice.
• Delegate Engagement
  • Act as the primary point of contact for delegates, ensuring a smooth and supportive learning journey.
  • Build strong professional relationships to enhance learner experience and outcomes.
  • Review assessments and portfolios, providing clear, constructive feedback to maintain consistently high standards.
• Mentoring & Knowledge Transfer
  • Mentor and support new trainers, allowing shadowing opportunities and providing ongoing guidance.
  • Share subject matter insight, particularly relating to commercial contracting and (ideally) defence sector operations.
  • Foster a culture of continuous learning, development, and best-practice adoption.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• WorldCC qualifications are essential (e.g., WorldCC Practitioner / Advanced Practitioner).
• Strong track record in designing and delivering professional training programmes.
• Experience in the defence sector is highly desirable, though applicants from adjacent complex-contracting sectors will be considered.
• Excellent presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to create engaging training content using modern training methodologies.
• Collaborative mindset with experience coaching or mentoring others.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders across multiple sectors.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary £70,000 - £90,000 + bonus
• Opportunity to work with a highly respected organisation delivering training to major UK and global clients
• Significant scope to influence course development and shape best-practice delivery
• International exposure and travel opportunities

If you are a confident trainer with strong commercial contracting expertise and WorldCC credentials – and you’re motivated by impactful work on a global stage – we would love to hear from you.