IT & Software Commercial Manager
| Job Type | Contract |
| Location | London/ Hybrid |
| Area | London, UK |
| Sector | Procurement & Commercial |
| Salary | £650 Per Day |
| Start Date | February 17th, 2026 |
| Advertiser | Jack Latter |
| Job Ref | 7330-PSR1JP00099679 |
| IR35 | Inside |
| Security Clearance | SC |
- Description
- The Client:
A government department client is looking for an IT & Software Commercial Manager to join them on a 6 month contract. This position will be based in London/ Hybrid.
Job Summary:
Our Defence client is seeking an experienced IT & Software Commercial Manager to lead and manage complex IT and software procurements within a high-risk, large-scale programme environment.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Led end-to-end IT/software procurements.
- Managed complex ITTs.
- Negotiated software contracts (SaaS, licensing, cloud, enterprise systems etc.).
- Experience using CCS frameworks (e.g., DOS, G-Cloud, RM frameworks).
- Awareness or completion of Transforming Public Procurement (TPP).
- Proven experience leading end-to-end sourcing within high-risk programmes.
- Managing senior stakeholders, Working in multi-stakeholder environments.
- Identifying and mitigating commercial risk.
- Comprehensive understanding of UK public sector procurement regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end sourcing and procurement activity for IT and software requirements.
- Manage procurements via CCS Frameworks.
- Develop and deliver complex Invitations to Tender (ITTs), including negotiations and contract awards (including bespoke/non-standard terms where required).
- Provide commercial advice and risk mitigation strategies across high-risk or large-scale programmes.
- Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships across diverse and complex environments.
- Constructively challenge information and assumptions to drive robust commercial outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with public sector procurement regulations and policy, including Transforming Public Procurement (TPP).
- Drive delivery against programme timelines while managing uncertainty and shifting priorities.
Qualifications:
- Essential – L4 CIPS or equivalent or a minimum of 5 years’ commercial experience.
An active SC clearance is required for this role. At a minimum, candidates must be eligible and willing to undergo security clearance. Due to the short-term nature of the contract and the urgency of the requirement, the client may prioritise applicants who already hold active SC clearance and meet all essential criteria.
Our Company:
Malikshaw Interim & Executive is a specialist provider of talent management solutions helping our clients transform the delivery of our public services. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we combine providing the best talent with delivering diverse, inclusive workforces and particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ people, and women.
How to Apply:
Please apply through the link provided to send your application directly to the Recruiter managing this assignment.
Disability Confident:
As a member of the disability confident scheme, the Client guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group.
Armed Forces Covenant:
As a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, the Client guarantees to interview all veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group.
If you qualify for any of the above, please notify us on your covering letter and your recruiter will confirm if the client is a member. We will then be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview.
Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know.
- Led end-to-end IT/software procurements.
