Job Description

Join Our Ambitious Commercial Team at Wakefield Council

At Wakefield Council, we're doing things differently. Our Commercial Team plays a vital role in delivering the Council's ambitions - making a real difference to our communities.

As we grow our commercial expertise, we're looking for individuals with strong commercial acumen and a passion for public service to join our flexible, forward-thinking team.

Whether you're starting your career or looking to take the next step, we offer opportunities across multiple categories, tailored to both organisational needs and your personal development goals.

What our colleagues say:

"Having started my career in the Central Procurement Team as an interim, I was so impressed with the expertise, dedication and support of colleagues in providing a professional service to our stakeholders through smart sourcing and collaboration, such that I applied for, and was successful in landing, the post permanently".

For an informal conversation about any of our roles, contact

Zoe Robinson

on

07787 165 415

or

zrobinson@wakefield.gov.uk or Victoria Eaton on

07345 462 364 or veaton@wakefield.gov.uk

Procurement Officer

Ideal for early-career professionals or those exploring a move into procurement.

What You'll Do:

Support procurement across diverse service areas (such as construction, social care, highways) Gain hands-on experience in procurement processes and contract management Contribute to meaningful projects that impact local communities

What We're Looking For:

Office-based experience (procurement or purchasing preferred) Enthusiastic, team-oriented, and eager to learn Interest in developing commercial skills in a public sector setting

Why Join Wakefield Council?

Flexible working (37 hours/week) Local Government Pension Scheme 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Discounted public transport (Arriva, Northern Trains, MetroCard) Access to leisure facilities, retail discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, and more

Please note that this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received

Want to Know More?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Zoe Robinson.

Tel: 07787 165 415

E-mail: zrobinson@wakefield.gov.uk

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,598.00-38,220.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Canteen Casual dress Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Flexitime Free fitness classes Free flu jabs Free or subsidised travel Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme Paid volunteer time Referral programme Sabbatical Sick pay Store discount Work from home
Experience:

Procurement: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wakefield WF1 2EB