Job Description

On behalf of FCDO, we are looking for a Commercial Manager Inside IR35 for a 12 month contract based Hybrid working (2 days per week in London office and remaining WFH)



The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) pursues our national interests and projects the UK as a force for good in the world. We promote the interests of British citizens, safeguard the UK's security, defend our values, reduce poverty, and tackle global challenges with our international partners.

Purpose of the Role:

Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager within the Overseas Estate Department ("OED"), the Commercial Manager will be responsible for regional commercial functions and contract management of Facilities Management ("FM") contracts across Europe and Aisa Pacific regions.



The main duties and responsibilities of the Commercial Manager would be:

Supporting the line manager to overseeing formal commercial governance of the FCDO Facilities Management contracts for over 40 FM Posts in both Europe and Asia Pacific regions. Managing the commercial relationship for regional FM contracts, taking day to day responsibility for the ownership & accountability of FM contracts with regards to scope, pricing, procurement rules, and processes. Implementing and monitoring contract change control procedures, tracking changes, advising on contract variations, and updating contracts in line with changes in scope, volumes, and asset base. Leading commercial negotiations with FM service providers; analysing commercial proposals and developing structured impact analysis to justify value for money to the FCDO. Regularly monitoring and reviewing contracted commercial mechanisms and controls for the regional FM contracts and other contracts as required. Supporting the Global Finance Manager with financial forecast and accrual updates in accordance with the contract changes and financial impact, ensuring charges to other business units are properly captured. Collaborating with the Global Performance Manager to conduct monthly contract performance reviews and calculate management fees against the Balanced Scorecard performance mechanism. Leading commercial governance meetings to monitor commercial activities, review commercial risk appetite, provide professional commercial advice, and prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders. Conducting regular and ad hoc commercial audits of contractor pricing, financial control, processes, and mechanisms, including open-book reviews, index reviews, profit margins, and pricing thresholds. Developing and maintaining a centre of excellence for all contractual matters relating to the FM contracts; leading commercial management for the development and implementation of future FM platforms and re-procurement projects. Perform any tasks, projects, or responsibilities as directed by the line manager to support departmental and organizational objectives Adapt to changing priorities and assist with additional duties outside the primary role when required.

SC Clearance is an essential requirement for this role, as a minimum you must be willing & eligible to undergo checks. Please note, due to the exceptional requirements of this position (short-term nature of this role and speed at which we require a postholder in situ) preference may be given to candidates who meet all of the essential criteria and hold active security clearance.

Essential:

Proven experience in FM and Commercial management across Europe and Asia Pacific regions. Previous experience leading FM contract re-procurement, including mobilisation and transition process. Strong analytical skills and knowledge of FM contract management process and pricing mechanisms. Strong communication and supplier management skills. Excellent negotiation and influencing abilities, with solid financial literacy. Professional qualifications or equivalent in FM/Commercial/Contract Management related subjects, and membership of a relevant professional body. Able to work across different time zones and travel overseas as required

Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas.



Disability Confident



As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, FCDO guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance.



Armed Forces Commitment



FCDO guarantees to interview?veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we?will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance.



In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".