Wakefield (WF1)
£26.62 per hour
Contract until 28 August 2026
Hybrid / Flexible Working
Lynx Employment Services are recruiting for an experienced Senior Commercial Lead – Commercial Policy & Data to join Wakefield Council’s Commercial Team.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping and embedding commercial best practice across the Council. Working at a strategic level, you will lead the development of commercial policies, procedures, governance frameworks, training programmes and data-driven insights that support value for money, transparency and continuous improvement.Key Responsibilities
• Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of commercial policies, procedures, documentation and strategies.
• Design and deliver commercial training and guidance for Council officers and elected members.
• Drive commercial excellence and best practice across the organisation.
• Develop and oversee commercial governance frameworks and contract management processes.
• Lead the use of commercial data, analytics and performance reporting to support decision-making.
• Monitor legislative and market developments, ensuring policies remain compliant and forward-thinking.
• Promote social value, innovation and continuous improvement throughout commercial activities.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and external partners.About You
You will be an experienced commercial or procurement professional with:
? Expert knowledge of public sector procurement legislation, including the Procurement Act 2023 and Public Contracts Regulations.
? Experience developing commercial strategies, policies, governance frameworks and supporting documentation.
? Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
? Experience coaching, developing and leading others.
? Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present complex data.
? Experience using commercial data and performance metrics to drive improvements.
? Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
? CIPS Level 6 qualification (or equivalent experience).
What’s on Offer?
? £26.62 per hour
? Hybrid and flexible working
? Opportunity to influence commercial strategy across a major local authority
? Lead on innovation, governance, policy development and commercial transformation
? Work with senior stakeholders and contribute to projects influencing £45m–£75m of annual spend
To apply, please send your CV to Lynx Employment Services or contact our team for further information.