Interim Commercial Lead — Public Sector Procurement

Michael Page; Greater London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an experienced Interim Assistant Commercial Manager to support high-profile procurement and commercial activities across social impact and corporate services programmes in London.

You will lead procurement from initiation to award, manage multiple procurements up to £5m, draft governance papers, and ensure regulatory compliance while engaging with diverse stakeholders. This 6-month contract offers on-site work two days per week and a meaningful public sector impact.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing end-to-end procurement processes.
• Strong drafting skills for governance papers, procurement documentation, and reports.
• Analytical, organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of procurement regulations and governance processes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities from initiation through contract award and implementation.
• Manage low-value and selected high-value procurements with contract values up to approximately £5 million.
• Draft RFPs, pricing schedules, governance papers, and approval documentation.
• Review, draft, and manage contracts and variations.
• Ensure compliance with procurement regulations and internal processes.
• Work with stakeholders to develop market-ready specifications and procurement strategies.
• Maintain procurement records and supporting documentation.
• Support engagement with a variety of stakeholders and partner organisations.

Job description

Michael Page is seeking an experienced Interim Assistant Commercial Manager to support high-profile procurement and commercial activities across social impact and corporate services programmes in London.

You will lead procurement from initiation to award, manage multiple procurements up to £5m, draft governance papers, and ensure regulatory compliance while engaging with diverse stakeholders. This 6-month contract offers on-site work two days per week and a meaningful public sector impact.