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<h4>Job summary</h4><p>We are currently looking for a <strong>Commercial Manager – Science – </strong>to join our <strong>Commercial </strong>Function within the <strong>Corporate</strong> group.</p><p>This is a <strong>full-time </strong>opportunity, on a <strong>permanent </strong>basis. The role will be based at our Science Campus in South Mimms, Hertfordshire. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas. </p><p>Government departments and agencies are working towards implementing a minimum 60% attendance in office sites.</p><p>We are currently implementing a flexible, hybrid way of working, with a minimum of 8 days per month working on site to enable the collaboration and contact with partners and stakeholders needed to deliver MHRA business. Attendance on site is driven by business needs so depending on the nature of the role, this can flex up to 12 days a month, with the remainder of time worked either remotely or in the office. Some roles will need to be on site more regularly.</p><br><p><strong>Who are we?</strong></p><p>The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research. </p><p>The Commercial team reports to the Chief Finance Officer and is charged with improving commercial outcomes, driving value for money, embedding a stronger commercial focus, reducing risk and improving commercial capability across the MHRA. </p><p>The Commercial team is responsible for the purchase of goods in services in the categories of Digital and Technology, Facilities Management, Science and Corporate; with a combined portfolio of circa~400 contracts with an addressable spend circa~£120m per annum.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>What’s the role?</strong></p><p>The position for Commercial Manager - Science reports to the Head of Commercial – Science and FM and delivers across a set of ambitious and exciting commercial challenges within the Science category of spend. The key activities are to engage with the business to achieve their goals through management of MHRA’s commercial relationships and the commercial pipeline, driving value for money and value creation whilst managing commercial risk effectively. </p><br><p>The Commercial Manager will lead on the end-to-end Procurement lifecycle activities including managing and administering tenders in line with the Agency procurement policy whilst also supporting good contract management across the Agency and providing high quality advice. </p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Deliver procurement and commercial activity across the Science category to include engaging with stakeholders at all levels and working in partnership with Agency divisions to develop and execute strategies for sourcing requirements in line with the Agency procurement policy and category strategy. </li></ul><ul><li>Actively managing the procurement pipeline by ensuring awareness of incoming projects and impending contracts expiring over the short / medium and long term and engaging with contract owners to develop and implement strategies. </li></ul><ul><li>Deliver robust and compliant contracts that demonstrate value for money, maximize the return on investment, manage risk appropriately and deliver improved performance, seeking alternative commercial and service delivery models as appropriate </li></ul><ul><li>Provide support and advice for the stakeholder community and promote procurement excellence, and good contract management whilst actively challenging inappropriate processes or bad practice to aid compliance, </li></ul><ul><li>Support and maintain accurate record keeping and administration of commercial activities across the Science category including supporting and driving our transparency obligations and driving reporting of commercial activities. Administering commercial activities includes the e-sourcing platform (Atamis). </li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Who are we looking for?</strong></p><p>Our successful candidate will have: </p><ul><li> Experience of procurement in either in the public sector ideally or science category.</li><li> Evidence of developing, implementing, and administering purchasing strategies and drafting contracts that require analysis, comparison, and assessment.</li><li> Successful negotiation and issue resolution and advising and supporting stakeholders</li><li> Strong understanding of the end-to-end Public Sector Procurement lifecycle and core principles in particular the respective responsibilities of procurement and wider stakeholder groups, understanding the market procurement and tender administration with a good grasp of contract management principles.</li><li> Understanding and experience of Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and the Procurement Act 2023</li><li> Good understanding of complex policies and guidance and being able to interpret, explain and apply them to senior stakeholders to support decision making.</li><li> Experience of Public Sector Contracts and Frameworks.</li></ul><p>If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity, <strong><a href="https://www.michaelpage.co.uk/job-detail/commercial-manager-science/ref/jn-122025-6906126" target="_blank">please click here for further details</a></strong></p><p><strong>Person Specification: </strong></p><p><strong>Method of assessment: A=Application, I=Interview</strong></p><p><strong>Behaviour Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing <strong>(I)</strong></li><li>Seeing the Big Picture <strong>(I)</strong></li><li>Changing and Improving <strong>(I)</strong></li><li>Working Together <strong>(I)</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Experience Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li> Demonstrable procurement experience in the public sector <strong>(I)</strong></li><li> Experience of effectively communicating in plain English complex guidance, ideas, or processes to include technical jargon. <strong>(I)</strong></li><li> Using strong numerical, grammar and analytical skills to understand and interpret complicated information. <strong>(A)</strong></li><li> Working as part of a team and being solutions orientated. <strong>(A, I)</strong></li><li> Managing and prioritizing your own workload. <strong>(A, I)</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Technical Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li> Strong understanding of the end-to-end Public Sector Procurement lifecycle and core principles in particular the respective responsibilities of procurement and wider stakeholder groups, understanding the market, procurement and tender administration. <strong>(A, I)</strong></li><li> Understanding and experience of Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and the Procurement Act 2023.<strong>(A, I)</strong></li><li> Good understanding of complex policies and guidance and being able to interpret, explain and apply them to senior stakeholders to support decision making. Some experience of updating policies and/or guidance. <strong>(A, I)</strong></li><li> Strong understanding of the importance of record keeping and audit trail within the procurement life cycle. <strong>(A, I)</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Strengths Criteria</strong></p><ul><li>Confident <strong>(I)</strong></li><li>Organiser <strong>(I)</strong></li><li>Team Player <strong>(I)</strong></li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £46,160, Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency contributes £13,372 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Annual Leave: 25 days annual leave on entry, rising by one day for each completed year of service to a maximum of 30 days and pro-rata for part-time staff. PLUS 8 bank holidays </li><li>Privilege Leave: 1 day </li><li>Hours of Work: 37 hours (net) per week for full time staff in all geographical locations, including London and pro rata for part-time staff </li><li>Occupational Sick Pay (OSP): One month full pay/one month half pay on entry, rising by one month for each completed year of service to a maximum of five months full pay/five months half pay </li><li>Mobility: Mobility clause in contracts allowing staff to be mobile across the Civil Service</li><li>Civil Service Pension Scheme. Please see the link for further information <a href="http://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/" target="_blank">http://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/</a> For enquiries relating to the Civil Service Pension Schemes please contact MyCSP's Pension Service Centre directly on 0300 123 6666 </li><li>Flexible working to ensure staff maintain a healthy work-life balance </li><li>Interest free season ticket loan or bike loan </li><li>Employee Assistance Services and access to the Civil Service Benevolent Fund </li><li>Eligibility to join the Civil Service Motoring Association (CSMA)</li><li>Variety of staff and Civil Service clubs </li><li>On-going learning and development</li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p><strong>The selection process:</strong></p><p>We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidates, <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">find out more here</a>. </p><ul><li><strong>Application</strong>, which will include a CV, which should demonstrate how you meet the Experience and Technical Success Profile criteria. Please submit your application to Michael Page by visiting this website <a href="https://www.michaelpage.co.uk/job-detail/commercial-manager-science/ref/jn-122025-6906126" target="_blank">Commercial Manager - Science - JN-122025-6906126 , Michael Page</a></li><li><strong>Interview</strong>, which can include questions based on the Behaviour, Experience, Technical and Strengths Success Profiles.</li></ul><p>Closing date: 18 January 2026</p><p>Shortlisting date: 22 January 2026</p><p>Interview date: 29 or 30 January 2026</p><p>Candidates will be contacted within a week of the sift and the interviews completed to inform them of the outcome.</p><p>If you need assistance applying for this role or have any other questions, please contact <a href="mailto:careers@mhra.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@mhra.gov.uk</a></p><p>Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality rules. Further information on whether you are able to apply is available <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">here</a>. </p><p>Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check as well as animal rights and pro-life activism checks. People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard?_ga=2.149328757.2118900794.1613132232-433185063.1580991281" target="_blank">basic personnel security standard checks</a>.</p><p>Certain roles within the MHRA will require post holders to have vaccinations, and in some circumstances, routine health surveillance. These roles include:</p><ul><li> Laboratory-based roles working directly with known pathogens</li><li> Maintenance roles, particularly those required to work in laboratory settings</li><li> Roles that involve visiting other establishments where vaccination is required</li><li> Roles required to travel overseas where specific vaccination may be required.</li></ul><p>Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant’s details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government. </p><p>Any move to the MHRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Successful candidates may be subject to annual Occupational Health reviews dependent on role requirements. If you have any queries, please contact <a href="mailto:careers@mhra.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@mhra.gov.uk</a>.</p><p>In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners’ Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointment on the basis of merit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should firstly contact Florentina Oyelami, Head of Talent Acquisition, <a href="mailto:Mira.Mepa@mhra.gov.uk" target="_blank">Florentina.Oyelami@mhra.gov.uk</a>. </p><p>If you are not satisfied with the response you receive, you can contact the Civil Service Commission at: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/" target="_blank">civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk</a></p><p><a href="mailto:info@csc.gov.uk" target="_blank">info@csc.gov.uk</a></p><p>Civil Service Commission </p><p>Room G/8 </p><p>1 Horse Guards Road </p><p>London </p><p>SW1A 2HQ</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Joe Bloor</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:joebloor@michaelpage.co.uk" target="_blank">joebloor@michaelpage.co.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Careers@mhra.gov.uk" target="_blank">Careers@mhra.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners’ Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointment on the basis of merit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact the Resourcing Team at <a href="mailto:Careers@mhra.gov.uk" target="_blank">Careers@mhra.gov.uk</a>, in the first instance. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive you can contact the Civil Service Commission at: civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk - <a href="mailto:info@csc.gov.uk" target="_blank">info@csc.gov.uk</a> - Civil Service Commission Room G/8 1 Horse Guards Road London SW1A 2HQ<br><br>

Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency

Commercial Manager – Science - £46,160 p.a. + benefits

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>Commercial is the largest directorate at Crown Commercial Service (CCS), where we empower public sector organisations to achieve the best value through the design, development, implementation, and management of our commercial agreements. </p><p>At the core of CCS is Category Management. You will leverage your deep knowledge and expertise of the supply market to deliver cutting-edge category strategies and create market-leading commercial agreements. Your skills will directly contribute to shaping commercial policy, developing new products and services, fostering strong supplier relationships with a focus on delivering value for the nation.</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic Technology Category team, where you will be instrumental in supporting significant digital transformation across the public sector. You will be joining a supportive team of highly-experienced procurement and category management professionals, working on high-impact initiatives that truly matter.</p><p></p><h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Ready to make a tangible impact on the nation?</strong></p><p>We are seeking commercially astute Technology professionals to develop and lead strategic agreements, driving best-value commercial outcomes for public sector organisations. These are leadership positions where your deep expertise in Technology Category Management will be essential. You will be instrumental in securing senior-level buy-in and collaboration with Commercial and Technology leaders across all sectors of the public sector, providing support and ensuring the successful delivery of key procurement projects.</p><p>Step into these critical roles to provide expert commercial support and advice, directly enabling the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) to respond effectively to the vital requirements of public sector organisations.</p><p>We have several Commercial Lead (Grade 7) positions available within our Technology Category Group, these are in the sub categories as follows:</p><p><strong>Commercial Lead - Technology Services</strong></p><p><strong>Commercial Lead - Digital Outcomes, Programmes and Resourcing</strong></p><p><strong>Commercial Lead - Transport Technology </strong></p><p><strong>Commercial Lead - Hardware </strong></p><p><strong>Commercial Lead - Networks</strong></p><p><strong>Locations</strong><br>The successful candidate(s) will be able to agree a contractual workplace from those locations listed in this advert. When selecting your location listed in this job advert please be aware that this will be your contractual base location with a requirement to spend a minimum of 60% of your working time in this organisational workplace.</p><p>Your time spent on official duties at workplace locations other than your contractual office such as supplier, customer or partner locations required to perform your role is included in the 60% attendance.</p><p>This requirement will however take into consideration any reasonable adjustments agreed upon appointment for people with a disability, flexibilities agreed for those with specific caring responsibilities, or other similar temporary flexibilities.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Typical duties and responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Leading or Contributing to the development of category strategies for all relevant expenditure </li><li>Ensuring category management processes are in place that enable the assessment of the market capabilities to meet the needs of users and the business </li><li>Implementing effective Commercial Contract and Supplier Management within the category including delivery of continuous improvement and social value programmes where appropriate</li><li>Engaging with Customer Leads to support queries on the new and existing services, including contract awareness, advisory procurement support, legislative impacts and project management</li><li>Driving supplier performance, commercial rigour, quality of service, continuous improvement, and innovation by implementing the SRM process across the relevant sub-categories.</li><li>Developing market sector knowledge and applying this to create a deep understanding of customer requirements, market capability and potential opportunities</li><li>Supporting a range of customers in their requirements. Providing complex commercial advice to shape customer requirements, support and, where necessary, additional help in the production of their specification and call off competition documentation, support in their market engagement activities</li><li>Managing a number of key partnerships within the Technology Category to maximise their effectiveness whilst exploring potential new partnership opportunities</li><li>Driving and delivering content for Technology forum events and webinars for Technology Buyers</li><li>Presenting at public sector events on specific topic of interest for public sector organisations</li></ul><h4>Technical skills</h4><p>We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Demonstrates current and leading edge category knowledge related to at least one of these categories: Technology Services, Transport Technology, Networks, Hardware, Digital Outcomes &amp; Resourcing, as well as an understanding of current market trends</li><li>Ability to build strong, trusting and productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels through effective communications and personal impact</li><li>Ability to shape, lead and coach a team to deliver high performance and supporting individual development, whilst having a broader focus on the wider team.</li><li>Ability to engage internal and external stakeholders at all stages of the procurement process to deliver a critical/complex procurement outcome successfully.</li><li>Evidence of leading on the management and procurement of Technology agreements of high value/complexity/reputational risk, demonstrating a focus on driving best value and optimal performance in line with market developments and innovations.</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4><p>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&amp;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.</p><p>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. </p><p>Kindly refer to the following link for the GCF Rewards and benefits page.</p><p><a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/gcf-benefits/" target="_blank">https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/gcf-benefits/</a></p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Experience and Technical skills.<p>Your application will be reviewed by a panel and should you be successful at sift we will invite you to attend a Virtual commercial Assessment and Development Centre (VADC). The panel will review results of the VADC and determine which candidates will go through to a subsequent final panel interview. Please note: Only candidates that achieve an A grade at ADC will be invited to interview for this role. </p><p><strong>Please be advised that the Virtual ADC is taking place on 11th and 12th February 2026 and will require a full day's attendance. </strong></p><p><strong>If you are invited to attend a virtual ADC, but for any reason are unable to meet the date outlined then please get in touch with the team on <a href="mailto:commercialresourcinghub@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">commercialresourcinghub@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a> as soon as possible. The ADC is booked and paid for in advance by departments, therefore it is only in certain circumstances we are able to accommodate alternative dates. </strong></p><p>For full details of our process, and a likely timeline, please read the attached candidate pack. </p><p>Throughout our selection process, we will make decisions about your capability to do the job, based on evidence you provide against the Technical Skills (essential criteria) and your Job History (CV) that you will be asked to provide during the application process. Further help and advice on our application and selection process can be found at this web address <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/gcf-how-to-apply/" target="_blank">https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/gcf-how-to-apply/</a></p><p><br>Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. </p><p>Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.</p><p><a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/</a><br><strong>IMPORTANT: If you do not receive an acknowledgement of your application within 2 working days please contact: <a href="mailto:commercialresourcinghub@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">commercialresourcinghub@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a></strong></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/prison-leaver-recruitment/" target="_blank">Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window)</a>.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Sean Kelly</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:commercialresourcinghub@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">commercialresourcinghub@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:commercialresourcinghub@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">commercialresourcinghub@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, you should direct this to the Head of Commercial Resourcing Hub at the following email <a href="mailto:commercialresourcinghub@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">commercialresourcinghub@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a> quoting the vacancy reference number (if applicable) and the details of your complaint. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive, you can contact the Civil Service Commission via the following web page: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints/" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitm…</a><br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzY2MTAmdmVyaWZ5PTI3ZWI0YmM4NmE2OGQyNmRhMGZlMGY1ZmI2NjQ1ZjQ3JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY3NjczMzQ5LThlYjUyOTRjYzEzMTdhMmViNjYyNmUzZTE3MWNlY2E0MzZiNmI3OGM=" target="_blank">443076 - Candidate Pack - CCS - Commercial Lead - Technology Category - multiple roles.docx Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 1171kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzY2MTEmdmVyaWZ5PThmYTA2NzIyYjMzZDZjNTI3ZTUzOTVjNjI5ZWNkMGRiJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY3NjczMzQ5LThlYjUyOTRjYzEzMTdhMmViNjYyNmUzZTE3MWNlY2E0MzZiNmI3OGM=" target="_blank">Guaranteed Interview Schemes (GIS) Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 70kB)

Commercial Lead - Technology Category - multiple roles

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>The Defence Commercial Graduate Programme (DCGP) aims to recruit individuals from a range of diverse backgrounds. A diverse group of graduates with varied skills and experiences, which enables the Ministry of Defence (MOD) perform at its best. </p><p>If you’re considering a career in Procurement and Contract Management, the Ministry of Defence (MOD) offers a challenging opportunity like no other. The portfolio of MOD’s business is unique. We buy and support an extensive range of equipment, services, and infrastructure to support the Armed Forces; from food ration packs, army boots, and military accommodation facilities, to aircraft carriers and helicopters, and everything in between. Commercial Officers are responsible for the sourcing, purchasing and management of goods, works and/or services on behalf of the MOD.</p><p>The DCGP Programme is up to two years, focused on developing the next generation of Commercial Officers. Our Programme will provide you with the experiences, education, mentorship, and professional qualifications you need for a long-lasting career in Procurement.<br><br>All degrees and backgrounds are welcome; the only educational requirement is that you have achieved or are predicted to achieve 2:2 (or higher classification) in your undergraduate degree.</p><p>What is Commercial?</p><p>MOD is made up of smaller, enabling organisations called Delivery Organisations (DO) and Front-Line Commands (FLC) who can focus on developing specialised skills for a variety of procurements, from construction to Submarines and Army Boots to Medical Supplies.</p><p> It is anticipated that the Scheme will commence in late September/early October 2026.</p><p>To learn more about the Programme please take a look at the DCGP Brochure.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>The DCGP is a structured development Programme lasting up to two years and aims to develop graduates into high calibre professional commercial officers with the ability to manage the MOD’s innovative and demanding commercial business activities and potentially be future leaders in the Function. It is owned by the MOD Director General Commercial and is centrally governed by the DCGP Management Team.</p><p><br>Upon joining, you will complete induction training and embark on your Chartered Institute of Procurement &amp; Supply (CIPS) and MOD Specific training. You will receive on-going support throughout the Programme from your Sponsor Line Manager, the DCGP Management Team, experienced Mentors, and past and present Programme members.<br><br></p><p>At the end of the Programme, provided you have achieved the standards expected, you will be offered the opportunity to move into a middle management professional role within your Sponsor Business Area’s commercial function at your designated Permanent Duty Station.</p><p><em>If you are successful and join the DCGP, the location detailed in your offer will be your <strong>Permanent Duty Station</strong>. </em></p><p><em>Where business needs allow, some placements may be suitable for a combination of office and working from home as part of a non-contractual hybrid working arrangement depending on the requirements of the placement/project team. All office-based employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in office, subject to site capacity and any required workplace adjustments. Requirements to attend other locations for official business, or work in another MOD workplace, will also count towards this level of office attendance. Defence Business Services cannot respond to any questions about working arrangements and the DCGP Programme cannot specifically advise in advance of you joining the organisation. As this is a Graduate scheme we actively encourage face-to-face collaboration to network with your peers and project teams to aid development and gain further experience.</em></p><p><em>*</em><em>All employees are encouraged to take reasonable measures to live within a reasonable travelling distance of their main place of work, although the decision is for the employee to make. Employees are responsible for meeting the cost of their home to work travel and the DCGP does not offer relocation expenses or financial support to travel to your Permanent Duty Station. </em></p><p>Permanent Duty Station locations will be allocated, <strong>where possible</strong>, based on your personal preferences. However, please note that the number of positions at each location is strictly limited and some locations may only be able to accommodate one or two Graduates. Whilst every effort will be made to meet your personal preferences this is not always possible, and you may be offered a role at a different location. Should this be the case you should consider carefully whether the location offered suits your needs and personal circumstances.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p>We are seeking individuals who<br><br>• Enjoy solving complex problems and can deliver clear and effective solutions<br>• Have high standards of written and verbal communication<br>• Are keen on embracing change<br>• Are willing to share information, knowledge and skills<br>• Have a strong focus on meeting customer requirements in our support to the Armed Forces<br>• Can understand the bigger picture whilst dealing with the essential detail<br>• Are keen to seek out new opportunities for learning, self-development and career development<br>• Are prepared to commit to up to two years on a fast paced and intensive development programme<br><br><em>If applying on a part-time basis, please be aware that there are <strong>substantial</strong> study and training commitments whilst on the programme.</em><br><br>Qualifications<br>Candidates must have a 2:2 degree (or higher classification) or be predicted to achieve a 2:2 or higher degree, by 31st July 2026.</p><br><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Working Together</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Leadership</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Communicating and Influencing</li></ul><p>We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:</p><ul><li>Working Together</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £31,950, Ministry of Defence contributes £9,255 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Learning and development tailored to your role. The Programme provides professional training via the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Level 4 Corporate Award Practitioner (CAP) and CIPS Level 5/6 Corporate Award Advanced Practitioner (CAAP); successful completion of which results in full membership of CIPS (MCIPS) after 3 years’ experience in a responsible procurement role. You will also have access to tailored workshops and other relevant training.</li><li>An environment with flexible working options.</li><li>A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity.</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/members/joining-the-civil-service-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%.</li><li> 25-day Annual Leave allowance, rising to a maximum of 30 days.</li><li> Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave.</li><li> An environment with flexible working options.</li><li>Workplace Nurseries at most major locations.</li><li>Access to Gym and Sports memberships.</li></ul><p><strong>Discover My Benefits: </strong></p><p>Please follow the link to visit the Discover My Benefits site which showcases the benefits and discounts offered when working as a civilian for the MOD: </p><p><a href="https://discovermybenefits.mod.gov.uk/civilian/" target="_blank">https://discovermybenefits.mod.gov.uk/civilian/</a></p><p> This post does not offer any assistance with Relocation Allowances. </p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours and Ability.<p>An Inclusive employer, the DCGP and the Civil Service at large are strongly dedicated to promoting equal employment opportunity irrespective of your race, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, civil status, sex, or gender identity.<br><br>Applications are welcomed and strongly encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds, and we are actively working to establish a diverse workforce across the entire organisation. We are delighted to announce that we are an Equal Opportunities Employer and that we recruit purely based upon the merit of each and every individual applicant.<br>We pride ourselves on our commitment to ensuring that we recruit the very best individuals and obtain a diverse and inclusive viewpoint to our decision making. We can assure you that we search for all types of talent and are striving to make sure that all social groups are successfully represented.</p><p><br>After submitting your application, you will receive links to complete the Numerical Reasoning Test (NRT) and Verbal Reasoning Test (VRT). These tests must be completed as part of the initial stage of the application process, and before the end of the closing date 20th January 2026, they are online Multiple-choice tests which are not timed.<br>All Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) candidates who successfully meet the requirement for the Grade through the on-line tests will be taken forward to the next stage. Please note that evidence of eligibility will be required.<br><br>At the next stage, Candidate Behaviour Statements will be anonymous and assessed and sifted by an independent Assessment Services company against the effective indicators for these Behaviours.</p><p>Candidates deemed suitable at sift for the Programme (which will be regarded as the minimum selection criteria) will then be invited to a one-day Assessment Centre.<br>The Assessment Centre will be managed and administered by our independent Recruitment Partner and will be a virtual/on-line solution.</p><p>Access to the Virtual Assessment Centre platform will be provided to candidates in advance of their assessment day. Candidates will need to find a quiet, private space to undertake the assessment and are required to be online and on camera for the duration of the assessment event using a stable internet connection.</p><p>It is our intention that suitable applicants who perform well at the Assessment Centre, but who fall just short of the required standard for the Graduate Programme, may be offered (Executive Officer) posts in the Department if there are positions available. This is not guaranteed.</p><p><strong>Pre-requisites</strong></p><p>The Assessment Centre is virtual and will be delivered using MS Zoom. We encourage all attendees to register for a Zoom account in advance to ensure the day runs smoothly. The assessment platform must be accessed via a PC or laptop. Devices such as tablets or smartphones are not appropriate to undertake this Assessment Centre. Candidates will need the following available on their desktop PC or laptop: </p><ul><li>Camera / Webcam</li><li>Mouse &amp; Keyboard</li><li>Microphone (built-in microphone, a USB microphone or online microphone on headphones)</li><li>Speaker or Headphones</li></ul><p>There will be no reimbursement for any expenses (where incurred) for the Assessment Centre.<br><br>Please note offers of employment are subject to achieving satisfactory pre-employment and security checks. These include an Occupational Health Assessment and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). As part of this you will need to confirm your identity, employment/education history, nationality and any criminal record (unspent convictions only).<br><br>The level of security needed is Security Check (SC) and you should usually have been continuously resident in the UK for 5 years immediately before clearance action commences. If you have lived overseas or travelled extensively during this period, it may affect the length of time to obtain full security clearance and this may affect your offer of employment. It is essential that ALL requests for information are completed fully and timely, as incomplete information may result in significant delays. Offers of employment are also subject to candidates achieving acceptable grades where predicted.</p><p><strong>Nationality requirements</strong></p><p>Open to UK nationals only. You must be a British National to apply for this role. If you hold a Dual Nationality can still apply and this will not impact your application and assessment in any way. If you are successful you will not be expected to give up your non British Nationality, but as a condition of employment there may be restrictions on your placements and eventual Regrade role. (National Security Exemption, Equalities Act 2010). You must have been resident in the UK for the last five years and have the right to work in the UK. The DCGP does not sponsor visas. </p><p><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4>Open to UK nationals only.<h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : DCGP Management Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:DefComrcl-ExternalRecruitment@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">DefComrcl-ExternalRecruitment@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:dbscivpers-graduaterecruitment@mod.gov.uk" target="_blank">dbscivpers-graduaterecruitment@mod.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzQ0ODUmdmVyaWZ5PTQ2YzgxZDI1Yzg1N2IwNTAxMzY2NjQ1ZjA5NDIwZTRjJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY0OTA4NDgyLWU4YjA2OWVhNTJmYjFiNTNiZDFjOTI5N2NhNGRjMDA5Y2FiYzkzOWM=" target="_blank">20251119-2026 Graduate Campaign Brochure PDF Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 2914kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzQ0ODYmdmVyaWZ5PWY3ZWYyYTAxMjFiOTNmZTI0Yzc0ZWI3NWMyY2E3ZTRlJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY0OTA4NDgyLWU4YjA2OWVhNTJmYjFiNTNiZDFjOTI5N2NhNGRjMDA5Y2FiYzkzOWM=" target="_blank">FURTHER INFORMATION Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 129kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzQ0ODcmdmVyaWZ5PTdhODNmYWIyZjdmYmRhYjg4MWNlZDdjNjNlMzlhYmYwJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY0OTA4NDgyLWU4YjA2OWVhNTJmYjFiNTNiZDFjOTI5N2NhNGRjMDA5Y2FiYzkzOWM=" target="_blank">Defence Civil Servant Offer_External Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 1562kB)

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