Summary

Building a strong Commercial Function in Government, and with it the right commercial capability, is at the heart of a far-reaching programme of Civil Service reform.

We are building a cadre of commercial talent in all Government departments; people who can manage our commercial portfolios, who can lead our most complex and novel programmes and projects, people who have the gravitas and depth of experience to work alongside our policy and operational leaders to develop innovative commercial arrangements, whether through joint ventures, outsourcing or best-in-class contracts.

The Government Commercial Organisation is an employer which is truly committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive workplace where all our people are able to bring their whole selves to work and are able to perform to their potential. We understand the importance of diversity and inclusion and strive for a workplace that reflects the communities which we serve. We especially welcome applications from underrepresented groups including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, candidates with a disability and candidates with gender-diverse identities. Appointments will be made on merit on the basis of fair and open competition.

We have already made significant progress through the establishment of the Government Commercial Organisation (GCO), our single employer of senior commercial talent across government. This role will sit within the GCO, but based in our MOJ commercial team delivering departmental objectives.

Job description

With an opportunity to drive value and create real difference within MOJ Digital and Technology Commercial team, you will be responsible for the effective lifecycle management of a number of key contracts, delivering a range of goods and services across the MoJ. Most importantly we are looking for people with the right personal qualities – enthusiasm, energy, proactivity, collaborative, prepared to work as part of a team and under their own initiative and to be flexible and adaptable in a demanding environment.

Why is this role great?

Working within a major government department as an integral part of the team responsible for providing sound commercial advice and guidance to all levels of the organisation, you will be able to put all your skills and ability to the test on a daily basis. An exciting opportunity to be an integral part of an organisation that is committed to making a difference.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with stakeholders to establish effective, working relationships;
• Developing and managing the pipeline of procurements for the category;
• Ensuring proper controls and documentation are in place;
• Advise on best route to market and share best practices with the team;
• Ensure timely market engagement to meet business need;
• Planning and developing procurement and exit strategies to meet business needs;
• Managing re-procurement activities;
• Liaising with colleagues across government to share knowledge and best practice;
• Acting as a Commercial Subject Matter Expert within Program Teams;
• Daily Management of teams;

Relevant skills / experience needed:

• Excellent awareness of public sector procurement legislation;
• Experience of leading and owning strategies at a category level;
• Excellent proven stakeholder management skills;
• Track-record of delivering effective contract management in a commercial environment;
• Knowledge of managing the exit of strategic contracts;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

Technical skills

We\'ll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• Commercial Focus: Track-record of delivering effective contract management in a commercial environment;
• Builds Relationships: Excellent proven stakeholder management skills;
• Coaching Manager: Experience in managing small teams and building capability;
• Strategy and Policy Development: Experience of leading and owning strategies at a category level;
• Procurement Process: Excellent awareness of public sector procurement legislation;
• Contract and Supply Management: Knowledge of managing the exit of strategic contracts.

Benefits

As a valued employee of the Government Commercial Organisation (GCO), you will have access to all the benefits the centre has to offer; including flexible working, generous benefits, Career Coaches, Mentors, L&D, a Commercial College, active talent management and, most importantly, access to commercial projects that will far exceed the scale and complexity on offer elsewhere in the UK.

For existing Civil Servants: For full details of the impact on any move across the civil service on your existing terms and conditions, please read the candidate pack. Please note that any move across the Civil Service may have implications on your ability to continue to claim childcare vouchers.