Commercial Support Officer - London, United Kingdom - Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy

Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy

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London, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Salary:

- £31,120 - £37,260

National: £31,120 £33,085 London: £34,410 £37,260
Job grade:
Higher Executive Officer
Contract type:
Permanent
Apprenticeship
Business area:
BEIS
Corporate Services
Commercial & Operations
Type of role:
Administration / Corporate Support
Commercial
Procurement and Contracts Management
Working pattern:
Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time
Number of jobs available:
1Contents

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Location

Birmingham, Cardiff, Darlington, Edinburgh, London, SalfordAbout the job

Job summary:

Our Mission
At BEIS, we are leading the UK's recovery from coronavirus and are building a stronger, greener country. Our varied work makes a real difference to people across the UK and internationally. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of the BEIS team and our exciting mission

We lead on the UK's commitments to tackle climate change and drive green economic growth. We support businesses to create jobs and increase opportunity in regions across the UK. We also encourage investment and innovation to make the UK a science superpower producing research that will improve lives.

Our Inclusive Environment

We are building an inclusive culture to make BEIS a brilliant place to work where our people feel valued, have a voice and can be their authentic selves.

We value difference and diversity, not only because we believe it is the right thing to do, but because it will help us be more innovative and make better decisions.

We offer first-class flexible working benefits, excellent employee well-being support and a great pension.

We are fortunate to have a range of excellent staff networks and are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader employer.

We will support talented people from all backgrounds to build a career and thrive.

Job description:

The role of the Commercial Support Officer will provide you with an invaluable insight into how the Commercial team supports the wider BEIS family to deliver critical services to the public.
We are seeking a strong communicator and an enthusiastic team mate, who can think on their feet to support the delivery of Commercial objectives.
Applicants with prior experience in commercial activities are welcome to apply, though previous experience is not essential.
You will receive an allocation of 20% off the job learning time to complete the apprenticeship programme and will be a member of the BEIS Apprentice Network, which hosts regular events, networking, and further development opportunities.
Applications are encouraged from all backgrounds, and equal opportunities, to reflect the UK's diverse heritage and bring an inclusive insight to our work. You will contribute towards the effectiveness and efficiency of Commercial, by supporting your team with varied tasks and help turn issues into opportunities.

Person specification:

Who are we looking for?
The successful applicants will be responsible for supporting commercial activity across Corporate Services, covering areas such as; Commercial, Operations, Finance, Communications, Digital, and HR.
The successful applicants will report to BEIS Corporate Commercial Leads on various projects and work packages.
You will support a diverse range of policy stakeholders with tasks, such as:
The delivery of market engagement sessions;
Prioritisation requirements;
Assist in undertaking procurements;
Advising and supporting operational Contract Managers.

The successful applicants will be required to support and maintain the Commercial Activity Log (Pipeline) for our up-and-coming projects and our Contracts Agreement Register.

To ensure the information held is current and strategically focussed covering a rolling period of the next 6 to 12 months.
You will have regular engagement with our Shared Services Providers. There will be other critical management information data that drives Central Commercial practices, that will need to be maintained.
This role is stretching and varied, with a key focus on building and maintaining relationships with complex partner groups. A background in Commercial is not crucial although some knowledge or a willingness to upskill is desirable.
These posts allow for payment of the CIPS Level 1 allowance for holders of the CIPS Foundation stage or Level 4 Commercial Procurement and Supply qualification.
The job holders will need to be well organised and able to prioritise effectively, work independently and be required to work closely with policy teams across the Department.
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