Commercial Manager

What you'll be doing

Are you looking to use your commercial expertise to deliver impact at the heart of UK democracy? As a Commercial Manager (Services & Suppliers) within the Parliamentary Commercial Directorate (PCD), you'll play a vital role in ensuring Parliament has the goods and services it needs to operate effectively, from catering and heritage items to security and furnishings. Working across both the House of Commons and House of Lords, this role offers the opportunity to shape how Parliament delivers best value for money for the taxpayer, while supporting projects on one of the most recognisable UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world, the Palace of Westminster.

You'll lead and support a range of commercial procurements, ensuring they meet user needs and align with category strategies. Acting as a trusted advisor, you'll manage stakeholder relationships across Parliament, advise on procurement legislation and deliver sourcing activities that keep Parliament running efficiently and sustainably.

This role is offered on a hybrid working basis, with an expectation of you spending 40% of your time in the office.

Find out more about working at the House of Commons.

Why Join us?

In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including but not limited to:

• Generous annual leave starting at 30 days and increasing to 35 after one full working year.

• Enrolment in the excellent Civil Service pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 27%

• Flexible working options that help you find a balance including enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption leave, caring leave and alternative working patterns.

What we're looking for.

• You may have level 4 CIPS, equivalent experience or other relevant qualifications. We welcome those seeking to achieve CIPS level 4 and this can be made available as an apprenticeship option.
• An interest in procurement, with demonstrable commercial experience and evidence of successful outcomes.
• Good understanding of public sector procurement legislation, including the Public Contracts Regulations (2015) and the Procurement Act (2023).
• Strong relationship-building and influencing skills, able to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels to achieve positive results.
• Highly organised and proactive, able to manage multiple priorities, apply initiative, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Competent with IT and e-tendering systems, using data and reporting tools to inform decisions.

Next Steps and Additional Information

• CV & Supporting Statement - If you would like to apply for this role, please submit your CV and covering letter with a 1000-word limit.

More information on the application process can be found here: Application process - UK Parliament

Please note that total salary may be comprised of a mixture of basic salary pay up to £40,775 (consolidated) and market sector allowances (non-consolidated). Remuneration is set based on skills, experience and relevant market comparators.

We may close the vacancy prior to the closing date stated due to a high volume of applications.