🚀 Assistant Commercial Services Manager - 32139

Job Overview

Commercial Services Manager at the Environment Agency

Support the commercial governance of contracts with key consultancies and contractors, maximise returns on budget, and champion value for money.

Responsibilities

• Commercial governance of contracts
• Set up and manage pathfinder programmes for best practice and partnership arrangements
• Provide country‑wide support to Integrated Delivery Management teams and broader Project Management community
• Develop excellent internal and external relationships and become an expert in contractual and commercial interpretation
• Participate in incident response duties when required

Qualifications

• A‑Level qualifications, Level 3 qualifications or equivalent
• Skilled communicator with strong interpersonal and influencing skills
• Stakeholder management experience
• Strong data and document management skills
• Commercial acumen – analyse business situations, take proportionate risks, make informed decisions and deliver value for money
• Administration skills – organise, write minutes and draft reports
• Willingness to undertake long‑term professional qualifications (NEC training, CIPS)
• Interest in infrastructure, construction or environmental programmes
• Preferred: Degree or equivalent professional qualification or experience
• Preferred: Working towards status with a recognised professional body (ICE, CIWEM, APM, CIPS, RICS)
• Preferred: Formal training in contract management (NEC, Contract Management Capability Programme)

Benefits

Generous pension provision and leave entitlement. Flexible working to support a healthy work‑life balance. Excellent training and learning opportunities, including personal and professional development.

Application Requirements

Provide a brief statement why you would be suitable for the role and the skills & experience you would bring.

Note: The role does NOT qualify for sponsorship. Contact UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) for right‑to‑work questions.

Virtual open evening: 23/10/25 at 18:00.

Interviews: w/c 17/11/25.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

We are fully committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome flexible working patterns for all vacancies, including job share. We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy for applicants with a disability.

Note: This role is not part of HM Civil Service; continuous service is not available unless you qualify under local government continuity of employment.

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