Commercial & Procurement Manager

London (Manchester/Bristol considered) | Hybrid
£500 - £550 per day (Inside IR35)
12-month contract (with potential extension)
Active SC Clearance preferred or SC eligible

The Opportunity

We're supporting a high-profile central government organisation in the search for an experienced Commercial & Procurement Manager.

This role sits within a key function driving apprenticeship and talent programmes, offering the opportunity to work at the heart of impactful, large-scale public sector initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage contracts with apprenticeship and learning providers, including KPI tracking and performance reviews
• Lead and support end-to-end procurement activities, including business cases, framework usage (eg CCS), and supplier selection
• Oversee contract transitions and establish effective BAU contract management frameworks
• Deliver high-quality reporting to senior stakeholders across government
• Support broader procurement activity across digital and cyber portfolios

About You

• Strong commercial experience within UK central government or wider public sector
• Proven expertise in procurement and contract management, including framework utilisation
• Experience managing or procuring apprenticeship, talent, or learning solutions
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
• A self-starter who can operate effectively in fast-paced environments with minimal direction
• Highly collaborative with strong interpersonal skills

Desirable Experience

• Exposure to Agile delivery environments or tools (eg JIRA)
• Relevant qualifications such as PRINCE2, CIPD, or similar (not essential)

Additional Information

• Hybrid working model (typically 2-3 days onsite per week, with flexibility)
• Occasional travel for meetings and team engagements
• Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance