Description Salary £77,833 - £85,119 per annum | Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship Are you ready to lead Lancashire County Council’s commercial agenda and make a real impact? We’re looking for an experienced and visionary Head of Commercial to shape and deliver a robust commercial strategy that drives financial sustainability, efficiency, and innovation across our services. As our Head of Commercial, you will: Lead the development and delivery of the Council’s commercial strategy, embedding commercial principles across all services. Establish and lead a high-performing Commercial Function focused on market shaping, commissioning, and contract management. Build strong partnerships with suppliers, SMEs, and VCSEs to improve market access and competition. Drive cultural change to embed commercial thinking and behaviours across the organisation. What we’re looking for: Extensive experience in commercial strategy, procurement, and contract management within a complex organisation. Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Knowledge of public sector governance, compliance, and social value principles. A proven track record of delivering financial savings and operational improvements through commercial innovation. For confidential conversation about the opportunity please contact Hodkinson, Amanda.Hodkinson@lancashire.gov.uk How to apply: Please include a personal statement no longer than 2 A4 pages as to why you are the right applicant for the role Closing Date: 4 th January 2026 Interviews w/c: 12 th January 2026 In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website. We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications. Job Description / Person Specification