Senior Public Sector Commercial Lead

Public Sector Resourcing (PSR); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 129,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Sector Resourcing (PSR) is recruiting for a Head of Commercial Operations to lead high‑level commercial projects for DCMS and its ALBs. The role is hybrid (London or Manchester) with 2–3 days onsite and requires Active CTC clearance.

You will shape commercial strategies, oversee procurement activities, manage a team, and ensure policy compliance while partnering with senior stakeholders and budget holders to deliver outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active CTC clearance
• Strong understanding of Government Commercial and Procurement policies (PCR, PA23)
• Senior commercial and procurement experience in a complex organisation
• Proven ability to develop and implement commercial strategies and deliver value for money
• Experience managing full commercial lifecycle and business partnerships
• Strong stakeholder management and communication with senior officials
• Knowledge of programme and project management methodologies
• Ability to work autonomously and adapt to changing priorities

Responsibilities

• Lead complex commercial projects across DCMS and ALBs
• Develop and implement commercial and supply chain strategies
• Lead Commercial Services Team and staff development
• Oversee procurements and procurement activity across the department
• Manage resources and priorities within the commercial function
• Develop and deliver commercial capability programmes for staff
• Provide expert advice on procurement, contract management
• Coordinate with budget holders to deliver commitments
• Lead the procurement pipeline and ensure on-time delivery
• Draft and negotiate bespoke contracts with risk mitigation
• Ensure compliance with government procurement legislation
• Manage commercial risks, governance and IR35 requirements
• Support cross-government commercial policies
• Deputise for Deputy/Commercial Director when required

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent

CIPS or RICS qualification

Job description

Public Sector Resourcing (PSR) is recruiting for a Head of Commercial Operations to lead high‑level commercial projects for DCMS and its ALBs. The role is hybrid (London or Manchester) with 2–3 days onsite and requires Active CTC clearance.

You will shape commercial strategies, oversee procurement activities, manage a team, and ensure policy compliance while partnering with senior stakeholders and budget holders to deliver outcomes.