Senior Commercial Manager

Lorien; England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Manager for a contract role focused on leading commercial activities on substantial public sector bids, ranging from £25M to £500M. This role offers the chance to work on high-value, complex projects within a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have proven commercial management experience, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to engage with senior stakeholders confidently. Remote work is available, with occasional travel to Manchester or London.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial management within large-scale bids or complex projects.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Ability to manage governance processes and engage confidently with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial activities on large-scale public sector bids.
• Review and negotiate client contracts and supplier agreements.
• Conduct risk analysis and pricing assessments for bids.
• Conduct risk analysis and pricing assessments for bids.
• Represent the commercial function in executive-level meetings.

Skills

Commercial management

Negotiation skills

Governance processes

Risk management

Financial acumen

Job description

Senior Commercial Manager

Location: Remote (occasional travel to Manchester or London)

Contract: 3–6 months (potential extension)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to join our team on an interim basis. You will play a key role as Commercial Lead on major public sector bids, ranging from £25 M to £500 M. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high‑value, complex deals within a dynamic and fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead commercial activities on large‑scale public sector bids.
• Review and negotiate client contracts and supplier agreements.
• Ensure governance compliance and prepare documentation for divisional and group‑level approvals.
• Conduct risk analysis and pricing assessments for bids.
• Represent the commercial function in executive‑level meetings.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in commercial management within large‑scale bids or complex projects.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Ability to manage governance processes and engage confidently with senior stakeholders.
• Financial acumen and understanding of risk management.
• Background in legal or finance is advantageous but not essential.

Seniority level

• Seniority level: Associate

Employment type

• Employment type: Contract

Job function

• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: Public Relations and Communications Services