Head of Commercial

MostonRECRUIT; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Facilities Management provider is seeking a Head of Commercial to drive contract management excellence and lead a team within the public sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing complex contracts, especially under NEC4, and experience with public sector frameworks. This strategic role involves significant leadership responsibility, risk management, and relationship building with senior stakeholders. It's an excellent opportunity for seasoned professionals to engage in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven background in commercial contract management within complex environments.
• Strong experience managing contractual claims, disputes, and risk.
• In-depth knowledge of NEC4 contracts.
• Experience working within public sector or government frameworks preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to implement governance, assurance, and risk frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial contract management and governance across the business.
• Establish and maintain robust processes to ensure contractual compliance and control.
• Manage contractual claims, disputes, and adjudication processes.
• Drive consistency in contract management, including change control and asset variation.
• Lead commercial risk management and assurance activities.

Skills

Commercial judgement

Contractual judgement

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder influencing

Education

Degree in Law, Quantity Surveying, or Built Environment

Job description

We are working on behalf of a leading Facilities Management client to appoint a Head of Commercial. This is a senior leadership position with responsibility for driving commercial excellence, strengthening governance, and supporting the delivery of complex contracts within a public sector environment.

Reporting to the Commercial Director, the successful candidate will lead a team of four and act as a key advisor on all contractual and commercial matters. The role requires a strong focus on contract management, risk, and performance, as well as the ability to support both internal stakeholders and the wider supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead commercial contract management and governance across the business
• Establish and maintain robust processes to ensure contractual compliance and control
• Manage contractual claims, disputes, and adjudication processes
• Drive consistency in contract management, including change control and asset variation
• Lead commercial risk management and assurance activities
• Develop and standardise commercial processes across contract administration, billable works, and reporting
• Provide clear commercial insight to support performance, cost control, and revenue opportunities
• Support procurement and supply chain engagement strategies
• Build effective relationships with senior stakeholders and operational teams
• Support the Commercial Director in delivering strategic objectives and fostering a strong commercial culture

Experience Required

• Proven background in commercial contract management within complex environments
• Strong experience managing contractual claims, disputes, and risk
• In-depth knowledge of NEC4 contracts
• Experience working within public sector or government frameworks preferred
• Demonstrated ability to implement governance, assurance, and risk frameworks
• Experience supporting commercial input into bids and supply chain management

Skills and Attributes

• Strong commercial and contractual judgement
• Ability to interpret complex contract terms and commercial data
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Resilient, proactive, and able to operate effectively at a senior level
• Capable of influencing stakeholders and driving consistency across teams

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Law, Quantity Surveying, or a Built Environment discipline
• Ideally chartered or working towards chartership

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial professional to take on a strategic leadership role within a complex and evolving environment.