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Interim Assistant Commercial Manager

Hybrid in London·Added 18 days ago

Michael Page UK

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Overview

Job details

£77,994 - £93,592 a year
Gross, as stated in the ad.
Interim role, inside IR35
The ad says the role sits inside IR35, so tax and National Insurance are deducted as for an employee, usually through an umbrella company.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

Be near London for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.

Skills

Requirements

A successful Interim Assistant Commercial Manager should have:

Proven experience managing procurement processes end-to-end.
Strong document drafting skills, particularly for governance papers, procurement documentation, and commercial reports.
Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
Strong understanding of procurement regulations and governance processes.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver work to tight deadlines.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Pay & benefits

Daily rate of £350 inside IR35.
2 days per week on-site in London.
6 month contract duration.
Temporary contract within the public sector.

The role

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Interim Assistant Commercial Manager to support the delivery of high-profile procurement and commercial activities across a diverse portfolio of social impact and corporate services programmes. This is an excellent opportunity to work on projects that make a tangible difference to communities, including initiatives focused on rough sleeping, domestic abuse support and retrofit programmes.

Develop Your Commercial Expertise
Make a Meaningful Impact

About Our Client

A public sector organisation operating in procurement and supply chain.

Job Description

Key responsibilities for the Interim Assistant Commercial Manager include:

Lead procurement activities from initiation through to contract award and implementation.
Manage low-value and selected high-value procurements, with contract values up to approximately £5 million.
Draft Requests for Proposals (RFPs), pricing schedules, governance papers, and approval documentation.
Review, draft, and manage contracts and contract variations.
Ensure compliance with procurement regulations, governance requirements, and internal processes.
Work closely with stakeholders to develop market-ready specifications and procurement strategies.
Maintain accurate procurement records and supporting documentation.
Support engagement with a variety of stakeholders and partner organisations.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Interim Assistant Commercial Manager should have:

Proven experience managing procurement processes end-to-end.
Strong document drafting skills, particularly for governance papers, procurement documentation, and commercial reports.
Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
Strong understanding of procurement regulations and governance processes.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver work to tight deadlines.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

What's on Offer

Daily rate of £350 inside IR35.
2 days per week on-site in London.
6 month contract duration.
Temporary contract within the public sector.

About Michael Page UK

Michael Page is a recruitment agency that connects businesses with job seekers, offering services ranging from experienced professional hiring to executive search, scaled recruitment and outsourcing solutions. The company operates globally, with more than 100 offices across 34 countries.

Its teams blend market insights, data and advanced technology to deliver hiring outcomes, and it also publishes career advice and salary guides for job seekers.