Head of Commercial
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We have a fantastic opportunity for a Head of Commercial to join our team within Vistry Cotswolds, at our Cheltenham office. As our Head of Commercial, you will be leading a Commercial Team of 21, defining, directing, and leading the commercial strategy of the Business Unit while inspiring the Commercial Team to generate cash and profit for the Region. As part of Vistry senior management, the role holder will help shape the business unit strategy.
Reporting to our Operations Director, you will be working at a Senior Commercial level and will be eligible for a structured progression plan to Commercial Director over a 12‑to‑18‑month period. Experience must be gained from the housebuilding sector. We value in‑person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible.
Closing date: 7th November 2025.
Benefits
* Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
* Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
* Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
* Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to up to 39 days with service
* 2 volunteering days per annum
* Private medical insurance, employee paid cover
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
* Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
* Life assurance at 4× your annual salary
* Share save and share incentive schemes
* Employee rewards portal with many more benefits
Responsibilities
* Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
* Experienced in a senior Commercial role
* Experienced in building regulations and legal obligations
* Good knowledge of construction methods and materials
* Experience with affordable housing contracts
* People management and project leading experience
* Extensive experience within a residential housebuilder
* Support business growth
* Well‑developed analytical, oral and presentation/communication skills
* Ability to formulate commercial plans and ensure full engagement
* Commercial and financial astuteness, including experienced in Cash Management
* Inspirational leader and strong team player
* Can do and find a way mindset
* Managing profit and cashflow pipeline
Desirable
* Degree in Surveying, Building or similar
* Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
* Formal Leadership training
* Commitment to continued self‑development (courses, seminars etc.)
* Knowledge and use of the COINS system
* Knowledge of JCT design and build contracts
About the Head of Commercial role
* Manage and support the performance and development of the Commercial team
* Define, direct and lead a commercial strategy that balances opportunity and risk for income generation
* Govern the Commercial team, ensuring proper accountability and reporting of all commercial activity and development of control systems
* Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory and internal procedural requirements
* Embed a commercial approach to the running of the department across all levels of the hierarchy
* Effectively manage cash generation for the Region
* Maintain effective cost control for the Region
* Identify and manage opportunity and risk, commercial and otherwise
* Support the Land team in the land bidding process
* Provide affordable contract guidance and support through head teams and contract engrossment
* Build and maintain effective relationships with affordable partners
* Build and maintain effective relationships with supply chain partners
* Market the organisation’s capabilities in the delivery and management of commercial activities
We build more than homes – we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award‑winning employer means we live each day through our ethos – doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership‑led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five‑star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Sales and Management
Industry
Construction
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