Senior Commercial Lead

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Lead the Commercial Strategy Driving Britain's Clean Energy Future.

Join Great British Energy-Nuclear (GBE-N) – a new government‑backed organisation with a bold mission:
to power Britain from Britain and accelerate our journey to net zero
. We are turning nuclear ambition into reality and need exceptional leaders to make it happen.

Our first major step is delivering the technology selection process for Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) – an innovative, faster‑to‑deploy, more cost‑effective nuclear approach that will transform the UK energy landscape.

We move fast and work collaboratively in a culture built on trust, inclusion, and diversity
, supported by an Executive Committee with over 100 years of nuclear expertise.

• Trust – Safety first, integrity always.
• Collaborative – We value teamwork, diversity, and expertise.
• Challenge – We’re curious, courageous, and innovative.
• Care – Inclusive, respectful, and supportive.
• Drive – We make things happen and deliver impact.

• Be part of a national mission with global significance
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• Work in a flexible, inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
• Bring your high‑value commercial project expertise – nuclear experience not required; we’ll help you learn the rest.
• Based in Warrington but we welcome talent from across the UK with hybrid and flexible working options
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We’re seeking a strategic, influential, and highly experienced Senior Commercial Lead (Head of Commercial equivalent) to join our Commercial Directorate. This high‑impact leadership role involves shaping procurement and commercial strategies across a portfolio of complex, high‑value projects vital to Britain’s energy future.

Reporting to the Commercial Deputy Director, you will lead a small team and work closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, PMO, Legal, and Technical functions to ensure all commercial activity is delivered effectively, efficiently, and in line with organisational goals.

• Lead the development of procurement and commercial strategy across civil and engineering projects.
• Oversee implementation of procurement strategy in line with PCR / Procurement Act 2023
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• Ensure compliance with policies, strategies, and security requirements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver seamless stakeholder engagement.
• Coach and develop team members, fostering future leaders.
• Manage external contractors and consultants, ensuring budgets deliver value for money.
• Produce commercial reports, including risk and opportunity assessments.
• Review and approve procurement strategies, payment mechanisms, and evaluation approaches.
• Drive continuous improvement in commercial policy and processes.
• Oversee tender management from ITT preparation to contract sign‑off and supplier mobilisation.

• Extensive experience with NEC contracts
  , including drafting and negotiation.
• Proven ability to develop and implement procurement and commercial strategies in civil engineering and infrastructure environments
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• Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong understanding of government processes (CAB, CO, HMT) and public sector procurement (PCR and Procurement Act 2023).
• Experience leading multi‑disciplinary teams in high‑pressure settings.
• Familiarity with business case development (HMT Green Book) and cost/pricing strategy.
• Ability to work at pace, delivering under pressure with exceptional organisational skills.
• Knowledge of alliancing models desirable but not essential.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Supply Chain
Industry: Nuclear Electric Power Generation

Location: Warrington, United Kingdom (hybrid and flexible working options)

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applications from all backgrounds are encouraged.