Southwark Council · London · £61k–£76k
This is a live UK-based role at Southwark Council, a UK Skilled Worker sponsor tracked by Sponsorly AI against the Home Office register. Posted 28 September 2026. Listed as open until 28 October 2026.
Why Southwark? Please note: External candidates: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply via our recruitment partner, Allen Lane , using the microsite link below. Click here to apply Please do not use the ‘Apply Now’ button on this page, as external applications are being managed by Allen Lane and applications submitted through this button will not be accepted. Internal candidates: If you are a current council employee, please continue to apply using the ‘Apply Now’ button on this page . 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'll work closely with senior leaders to shape how technology procurement, supplier management, commercial governance and investment decisions are managed across the organisation. This is a role where you'll have genuine influence, helping create a modern, responsive and commercially focused technology service that delivers better outcomes for more than 300,000 residents. If you're a commercial leader who enjoys building capability, navigating change and creating lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Be Doing As Commercial Manager, you will: 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, helping establish the commercial capability, governance and supplier management arrangements required 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, ensuring strong performance, accountability and continuous improvement. Oversee software licensing and technology asset management, helping maximise value from technology investments across their lifecycle. Partner with colleagues across Finance, Procurement and Legal Services to manage commercial risk, support decision-making and strengthen governance. Lead and develop a specialist commercial team, building capability and creating a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. What We're Looking For We're seeking a commercially astute leader who brings: Experience leading procurement, contract management and supplier relationship activities within a large and complex organisation. Strong knowledge of public sector procurement legislation, commercial governance and contract management best practice. Experience managing technology suppliers, contracts, s…
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