Head of Commercial

Boden Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 93,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial organization is seeking a Head of Commercial based in the South of England. This permanent, full-time role involves shaping business strategy and managing contracts. The ideal candidate should have strong leadership experience, ideally in housing or facilities. The position offers a salary up to £110,000, a £6,000 car allowance, and significant benefits including a 20% annual bonus and private healthcare.

Benefits

Up to 20% annual bonus

6% pension contribution

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Private healthcare

Life assurance (3x annual salary)

Qualifications

• Strong commercial leadership experience in housing, facilities, or related sectors.
• Proven ability to influence and build trusted relationships at all levels.
• Excellent financial and contractual acumen.

Responsibilities

• Leading on commercial strategy and frameworks to protect and grow business interests.
• Driving profitability through smart contract management and cost control.
• Managing supplier performance and building strong client-side relationships.

Skills

Commercial leadership

Contract management

Financial acumen

Relationship building

Education

Graduate degree in Law, Surveying, or Built Environment

Job description

Head of Commercial – South England

Home-based with weekly site visits across the South + fortnightly meetings in Birmingham

Up to £110,000 + £6,100 car allowance + up to 20% bonus + excellent benefits

Permanent, Full-time

Are you a commercially sharp leader who thrives on driving growth, unlocking value, and shaping the future of business operations?

We’re seeking a Head of Commercial to take ownership of commercial leadership across a high-profile, long-term contract. This is a strategic, visible role where you’ll be at the heart of transformation—working closely with senior stakeholders to deliver cost savings, generate revenue, and manage commercial risk.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading on commercial strategy and frameworks to protect and grow business interests.
• Driving profitability through smart contract management, cost control, and risk frameworks.
• Acting as the trusted voice for all commercial, legal, and procurement matters.
• Managing supplier performance and building strong client-side relationships.
• Embedding sustainable practices, supporting carbon reduction goals across the estate.
• Inspiring confidence with stakeholders and acting as a key partner to customer commercial teams.

What we’re looking for:

• Graduate-calibre professional with a background in Law, Surveying, or the Built Environment (chartered status desirable).
• Strong commercial leadership experience, ideally within housing, facilities, or a related sector.
• Excellent financial and contractual acumen—confident managing complex negotiations.
• Proven ability to influence and build trusted relationships at all levels.
• Flexible to travel across the South of England, with regular meetings in Birmingham.

What’s on offer:

• Salary up to £110,000
• £6,000 car allowance or company car
• Up to 20% annual bonus
• 6% pension contribution
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Private healthcare (self + partner)
• Life assurance (3x annual salary)

This is more than a role—it’s an opportunity to shape the commercial future of a major, impactful business.

If you’re ready to lead with purpose and make a measurable impact, apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.