Head of Commercial | County Hall | Preston | Full time

Lancashire County Council; Preston; On-site; GBP 77,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking an experienced Head of Commercial to lead its commercial strategy. This role involves developing and delivering a robust strategy that promotes financial sustainability, efficiency, and innovation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in commercial strategy, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record of delivering operational improvements. This is a permanent, full-time position located in Preston, offering a salary range of £77,833 - £85,119 per annum.

Benefits

Range of benefits on LCC Vacancies website

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in commercial strategy, procurement, and contract management within a complex organisation.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Proven track record of delivering financial savings and operational improvements through commercial innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of the Council's commercial strategy.
• Establish and lead a high-performing Commercial Function focused on market shaping.
• Build strong partnerships with suppliers and SMEs.
• Drive cultural change to embed commercial thinking.

Skills

Commercial strategy development

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Public sector governance knowledge

Innovative thinking

Job description

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Job Description

Salary £77,833 - £85,119 per annum | Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week

International Sponsorship

This role is not open to international sponsorship

Are you ready to lead Lancashire County Council's commercial agenda and make a real impact? We're looking for an experienced and visionary Head of Commercial to shape and deliver a robust commercial strategy that drives financial sustainability, efficiency, and innovation across our services.

As our Head of Commercial, you will:

• Lead the development and delivery of the Council's commercial strategy, embedding commercial principles across all services.
• Establish and lead a high-performing Commercial Function focused on market shaping, commissioning, and contract management.
• Build strong partnerships with suppliers, SMEs, and VCSEs to improve market access and competition.
• Drive cultural change to embed commercial thinking and behaviours across the organisation.

What we're looking for:

• Extensive experience in commercial strategy, procurement, and contract management within a complex organisation.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Knowledge of public sector governance, compliance, and social value principles.
• A proven track record of delivering financial savings and operational improvements through commercial innovation.

For confidential conversation about the opportunity please contact Hodkinson, [e-mail]

How to apply:

Please include a personal statement no longer than 2 A4 pages as to why you are the right applicant for the role.

Closing Date: 4th January 2026

Interviews w/c: 12th January 2026

In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.

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