Commercial Strategy Lead - Nuclear Liabilities Decommissioning

TN United Kingdom; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading non-departmental government body is seeking a Commercial Strategy Lead for Liabilities Decommissioning. This pivotal role involves shaping commercial strategies and managing procurement for complex nuclear decommissioning projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial strategy, public procurement, and stakeholder engagement, with a degree in law, engineering, or business. Join a mission-driven environment focused on national safety and sustainability.

Benefits

Key strategic leadership role

Opportunity to shape national strategy

Collaborative environment with strong values

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial strategy within regulated environments.
• Deep understanding of public procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of commercial strategies for nuclear liabilities.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to ensure transparency.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Commercial Strategy

Contract Negotiation

Education

Degree in Law

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Business

CIPS

RICS

Job description

Role: Commercial Strategy Lead - Liabilities Decommissioning

Location: Hybrid - Reading area, 2 days per week

About Us

We are working for a non-departmental government body responsible for the safe, secure, and cost-effective decommissioning of the UK's nuclear legacy. We need a Commercial Strategy Lead to manage and deliver commercial planning, strategy, market management, and procurement lifecycle for all pre-contract activities involved in liabilities and a decommissioning program. Our work supports national safety, sustainability, and value for money in managing one of the most complex challenges in the public sector.

The Role

As Commercial Strategy Lead - Liabilities Decommissioning, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and driving commercial strategies for the long-term management and reduction of nuclear liabilities. You will be at the forefront of strategic commercial decision-making, working with delivery partners, government stakeholders, and internal experts to deliver decommissioning outcomes that are commercially robust, sustainable, and aligned with national priorities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead the development of commercial strategies for liabilities decommissioning across the nuclear estate.
2. Act as a subject matter expert in strategic procurement, contract management, and risk allocation.
3. Support major program delivery by advising on commercial models that drive efficiency, innovation, and value for the taxpayer.
4. Collaborate with senior stakeholders in government, regulators, and industry to ensure transparency and accountability in commercial practices.
5. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact commercial initiatives within a regulated environment.
6. Monitor supplier performance and market engagement, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and commercial excellence.

About You

We are looking for a commercially astute and strategically minded leader who brings:

1. Proven experience in commercial strategy, preferably within highly regulated or complex infrastructure environments.
2. Deep understanding of public procurement processes, commercial governance, and contract negotiation.
3. Familiarity with nuclear, energy, or decommissioning sectors.
4. Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
5. A degree or professional qualification in law, engineering, business, or a related discipline (CIPS, RICS, or equivalent preferred).

What We Offer

• A key strategic leadership role in one of the most complex infrastructure programs in UK history.
• The opportunity to shape national strategy and policy in a technically and commercially complex domain.
• A collaborative, mission-driven environment with strong ethical and public service values.

If you want to work in an innovative and complex organization on classified programs with a great opportunity for real impact, and you have the resilience and tenacity to push projects forward in a highly regulated environment, then reach out to me directly today [emailprotected] or click Apply Now to find out more about this fascinating opportunity.