Location
City of Westminster, 160 Tooley Street, London SE1 2QH

Hours
36 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Salary
£76,485 per annum

About the Role
This is a rare opportunity to help shape how technology services are delivered at one of London's most ambitious boroughs. Southwark is delivering its Vision 360 transformation programme, reshaping how digital, technology and resident services are delivered and bringing key digital, technology and commercial capabilities back in-house. You will work closely with senior leaders to shape how technology procurement, supplier management, commercial governance and investment decisions are managed across the organisation. This role offers genuine influence, helping create a modern, responsive and commercially focused technology service that delivers better outcomes for more than 300,000 residents. If you are a commercial leader who enjoys building capability, navigating change and creating lasting impact, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities
Lead the commercial function within Southwark's Digital and Resident Experience directorate, providing strategic leadership across procurement, supplier management, licensing and contract governance. Support the council's Vision 360 transformation programme by establishing commercial capability, governance and supplier management arrangements as services transition from the current shared service model. Develop sourcing strategies and lead technology procurements that deliver value, innovation and long-term benefits for residents and colleagues. Manage strategic supplier relationships and commercial contracts to ensure strong performance, accountability and continuous improvement. Oversee software licensing and technology asset management to maximise value from technology investments. Partner with Finance, Procurement and Legal Services to manage commercial risk, support decision-making and strengthen governance. Lead and develop a specialist commercial team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.

Experience
Proven experience leading procurement, contract management and supplier relationship activities within large and complex organisations. Strong knowledge of public sector procurement legislation, commercial governance and contract management best practices. Experience managing technology suppliers, contracts, software licensing or comparable commercial portfolios. Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and influence strategic decisions. Strong commercial judgement balancing risk, value for money and organisational priorities. Experience leading teams through change and developing high-performing, collaborative cultures. Experience within local government, the wider public sector or a digital and technology environment is desirable.

About You
You are a commercially astute leader who thrives in dynamic environments. You enjoy building capability and navigating organisational change. You have excellent interpersonal skills and can influence at senior levels. You are committed to delivering value and innovation through effective commercial management. You foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within your teams.

Qualifications
Please refer to the detailed job description and person specification for full qualifications and requirements. To be considered for interview, you will be required to submit a CV and a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the key criteria outlined in the job description and person specification.