Commercial Strategic Lead

For our client in the Public Sector (Procurement), we are recruiting a Commercial Strategic Lead to provide high-level commercial leadership on a major Ministry of Defence initiative focused on strengthening Defence supply chain resilience. What you would be leading Providing strategic leadership across the YUCCA project, translating complex analytical outputs (value chain mapping, policy and industry insights) into clear commercial strategies. Designing and coordinating commercial policies into coherent sector strategies that support wider Defence and national economic security objectives. Building and maintaining senior relationships across industry and government to align efforts, secure feedback and gain support for key policy proposals. Offering a strategic overview of programme delivery, turning complex analysis into actionable decisions and outcomes. What we are looking for Proven experience developing commercial strategies and policies based on complex analytical evidence. Strong project management and coordination skills across multiple stakeholders and workstreams. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities, including at senior industry and government level. Desirable experience Knowledge of defence supply chains, critical minerals or broader global economic security issues. Role Snapshot Position: Commercial Strategic Lead Day rate: approx. £(Apply online only) (umbrella, inside IR35) Duration: 7 months Location: London, around 2 days per week on site Clearance: active SC clearance is highly advantageous