Job Description

On behalf of DWP, we are looking for a Senior Commercial Manager (Inside IR35) for a 6 month contract based in Manchester or Blackpool 3 days per week



The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is responsible for welfare, pensions, and child maintenance policy. As the UK's biggest public service department, it administers the State Pension and a range of working age, disability and ill health benefits to around 20 million claimants and customers. As such, we operate on a scale that is almost unmatched anywhere in Europe and most people in Britain come into contact with us at some point in their lives.



Working with DWP, you will be helping us to drive our priorities to:



Help people to move into work and support those already in work to progress, with the aim of increasing overall workforce participation Help people to plan and save for later life, while providing a safety net for those who need it now Provide effective, efficient, and innovative services to the millions of claimants who rely on us every day, including the most vulnerable in society Improve experience of our services while maximising value for money for the taxpayer.

Commercial Delivery's Digital Category procures predominantly digital resource and outcome related services, software and anything further technology-related to support all of the DWP internal and external programmes and services. Working within the UC, WA and AI so you never know



The individual will provide end-to-end commercial support for procurements and contracts within the one of the sub-categories of Digital, so this role relate to buying Digital goods and services. This will include market analysis, requirements gathering, preparation of sourcing strategy, development of tender documents, execution of tender process, contract award and contract management. They will also be required to ensure that all relevant DWP and wider government governance and policy is followed, as well as strict compliance to procurement regulations.



As a Senior Commercial Manager, your main responsibilities will be:



Lead end-to-end procurement of digital goods and services, including market analysis, sourcing strategy, tendering, contract award, and management Ensure compliance with DWP and wider government policies and procurement regulations, primarily using CCS digital frameworks Maintain and manage procurement pipelines using Microsoft Lists, ensuring timely initiation and progression of commercial activities Engage stakeholders across digital and finance teams to align procurement with business needs and maintain clear communication Apply market insight to shape sourcing strategies for IT communication, collaboration tools, and desktop software/services Deliver commercial oversight of contracts, identify savings and value-add opportunities, and ensure accurate documentation and system updates

Essential:

Proven experience in procuring digital goods, services, and resources, with strong knowledge of CCS Technology Frameworks and UK procurement legislation (PCR2015, PA2023) Strong commercial acumen with excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and contract management skills Ability to manage multiple complex activities, prioritise effectively, and provide strategic, insight-driven advice to senior stakeholders

Desirable:

Ability to apply market knowledge to secure better deals. MCIPS/CIPS or equivalent

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, DWP 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 Covenant



DWP 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".