Procurement & Contracts Specialist

UK Atomic Energy Authority; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Performance bonus

Leave entitlement

Site closure days

Flexible working options

Job summary

UK Atomic Energy Authority is seeking a Commercial Officer to support procurement and contract activity across professional services, construction, facilities management and goods supply. The role emphasizes compliant, value-for-money procurements with exposure to the full commercial lifecycle.

On-site presence is required, typically 3–5 days per week, with a strong emphasis on data analysis, Excel/ERP proficiency and the ability to deliver reports and guidance across teams.

Qualifications

• A practical understanding of public sector procurement regulations, including the Procurement Act 2023.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement and contract-management activity across the full commercial lifecycle.
• Manage call-off agreements and mini-competitions under government frameworks.
• Support large or complex procurement projects and help teams meet key milestones.
• Work with internal teams, suppliers and stakeholders to support effective commercial outcomes.
• Provide guidance and training on commercial processes and requirements.
• Ensure procurement activity complies with relevant legislation, government standards and assurance processes.
• Analyse commercial data, validate information and produce clear, accurate reports.
• Help improve procurement systems, processes, policies and working practices.
• Support the development of commercial apprentices by sharing guidance and good practice.

Skills

Numerical skills

Data analysis

Procurement knowledge

Stakeholder management

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

ERP systems

Job description

UK Atomic Energy Authority is seeking a Commercial Officer to support procurement and contract activity across professional services, construction, facilities management and goods supply. The role emphasizes compliant, value-for-money procurements with exposure to the full commercial lifecycle.

On-site presence is required, typically 3–5 days per week, with a strong emphasis on data analysis, Excel/ERP proficiency and the ability to deliver reports and guidance across teams.