Commercial / Procurement Business Partner

Description:

Business Partner (Commercial / Procurement) - Contract

Public Sector | Government Programme

We are working with a central government department to appoint an experienced Commercial / Procurement Business Partner to support a high‑profile, first‑of‑its‑kind national programme operating to a compressed delivery timeline.

This role suits a senior commercial professional with strong end‑to‑end procurement experience, able to operate confidently in complex, fast‑paced public sector environments.

Key Contract Details

Contract Length: 6 months (extension possible)
Location: London
On‑site Requirement:
Tuesdays on‑site (core team day)
1-2 days per week on‑site thereafter
Security Clearance: Active SC preferred, however lapsed or eligible is fine
Rate: Up to £750 per day (Inside IR35)The Role

You will act as a senior commercial partner within a multi‑disciplinary team (commercial, technical and delivery specialists), supporting the delivery of a major UK public sector programme with a target delivery date of December.

Responsibilities will include:

Owning and shaping commercial strategy and procurement approach
Leading end‑to‑end procurement activity across complex, high‑value contracts
Providing expert advice on public sector procurement regulation and commercial policy
Leading negotiations and ensuring value for money outcomes
Engaging and influencing senior stakeholders across technical and non‑technical teams
Operating at Grade 6 (or equivalent) level within a delivery‑focused environmentEssential Experience

Strong commercial and procurement background
Proven delivery across the full procurement lifecycle
Experience managing large‑scale, complex procurements
Deep understanding of public sector commercial frameworks
Comfortable working in ambiguous, high‑pressure environments
CIPS qualification (or equivalent)Desirable Experience

Digital / technology commercial environments
Exposure to cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Demonstrable negotiation success with clear commercial outcomes
Blend of public and private sector experience (not solely government)Who This Role Is For

This role is ideal for:

Senior Commercial Managers
Heads of Commercial / Procurement
Procurement or Category Directors
Candidates with strategic procurement ownership, not just contract managementNot suitable for:

Candidates with only government experience
Contract‑management‑only profiles
Junior or mid‑level commercial professionals