Commercial Officer

Morson Talent; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A strategic talent acquisition firm in the UK is looking for a skilled Commercial Officer with active SC clearance. This role involves supporting procurement processes, managing high-value contracts, and engaging with key stakeholders to drive successful outcomes. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in competitive procurement and strong communication skills, contributing to the Defence Academy's aspirations.

Qualifications

• Experience in sourcing and managing high-value and complex contracts in a government department.
• Familiarity with Cat D/C contracts.
• Extensive experience in managing competitive procurement through a CCS Framework.

Responsibilities

• Support the pre-sourcing process and contribute to developing pre-tender documents.
• Manage competitive procurement through a CCS Framework.
• Facilitate and manage the Cabinet Office approval process.
• Draft and finalize Commercial Strategy and contract documents.

Skills

Sourcing high-value contracts

Managing procurement

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Drafting contract documents

Job description

Commercial Officer C1/C2 Grade, SC Cleared Abbey Wood/Corsham Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Commercial Officer, C1/C2 grade, with active SC clearance, to join our Clients team at Abbey Wood/Corsham. This role focuses on supporting procurement and commercial activity across the HQ portfolio. The successful candidate will contribute to developing a procurement for a customer delivery partner, supporting the Defence Academy's future aspirations. As a valued member of our team, you will have the opportunity to engage with a variety of key internal and external stakeholders and play a crucial role in maintaining management information, audit trails, and electronic contract files.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the pre-sourcing process and contribute to the development of pre-tender documents.
• Manage competitive procurement through a CCS Framework with demonstrated experience.
• Facilitate and manage the Cabinet Office approval process.
• Draught and finalise Commercial Strategy, ITT documents, and contract documents following contract award.
• Initiate engagement with a variety of key internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain management information, audit trails, and electronic contract files.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience in sourcing and managing high-value and complex contracts in a government department.
• Familiarity with Cat D/C contracts.
• Extensive experience in managing competitive procurement through a CCS Framework.
• Proven ability to draught and finalise Commercial Strategy, ITT documents, and contract documents.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with various stakeholders.

If you are a highly motivated and skilled Commercial Officer with the required qualifications and experience, we want to hear from you!