2,792 Commercial Director jobs in the United Kingdom

Commercial Director required for a major Offshore Wind Developer based in The United Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Developing the Project Business Case; overseeing financial modelling, driving optimisation by liaison with technical, consents, asset package leaders and other project functions.
• Commercial (non-purchase agreements, CfD, OFTO, PPAs, Insurance, hedging, etc.
• Project Finance: ensuring the project is 'bankable', engagement of and liaison with advisors. Liaison with project finance functions in shareholder organisations.
• Financial; overseeing the Finance Manager effecting all accounting and treasury functions.
• Leading cost control, forecasting and management systems.
• Liaison with shareholder asset managers on matters in relation to the Joint Venture Company.
• Managerial oversight of the Legal function within the project; (note the Project Counsel also has dotted line responsibility direct to the PD).
• Risk management; ensuring balanced risk proposition in the business case.
• Route to Market strategy definition & implementation.
• Ensuring comprehensive and robust management and control systems and procedures are in place and being implemented effectively.

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Mathematics, Engineering or other highly numerate discipline.
• Extensive experience of large scale (750MW+) Offshore Wind Farm business case development.
• Extensive experience in project commercial and finance functions in the renewable energy sector (this may include some or all of economic evaluation, deal structuring, energy markets and trading, hedging, insurance).
• Good all-round understanding of commercial, financial, business principles and risk mitigation practices.
• A good understanding and general experience of the Development, Construction and Operational phases of an offshore wind projects.

Commercial Director required for a major Offshore Wind Developer based in The United Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Developing the Project Business Case; overseeing financial modelling, driving optimisation by liaison with technical, consents, asset package leaders and other project functions.
• Commercial (non-purchase agreements, CfD, OFTO, PPAs, Insurance, hedging, etc.
• Project Finance: ensuring the project is 'bankable', engagement of and liaison with advisors. Liaison with project finance functions in shareholder organisations.
• Financial; overseeing the Finance Manager effecting all accounting and treasury functions.
• Leading cost control, forecasting and management systems.
• Liaison with shareholder asset managers on matters in relation to the Joint Venture Company.
• Managerial oversight of the Legal function within the project; (note the Project Counsel also has dotted line responsibility direct to the PD).
• Risk management; ensuring balanced risk proposition in the business case.
• Route to Market strategy definition & implementation.
• Ensuring comprehensive and robust management and control systems and procedures are in place and being implemented effectively.

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Mathematics, Engineering or other highly numerate discipline.
• Extensive experience of large scale (750MW+) Offshore Wind Farm business case development.
• Extensive experience in project commercial and finance functions in the renewable energy sector (this may include some or all of economic evaluation, deal structuring, energy markets and trading, hedging, insurance).
• Good all-round understanding of commercial, financial, business principles and risk mitigation practices.
• A good understanding and general experience of the Development, Construction and Operational phases of an offshore wind projects.

Commercial Director 

Location: Catterick

Salary:

£85,000 - £90,000 + Package & Car Allowance

Job Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join a well-established new build housing development company based near Catterick. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially astute professional to take ownership of financial and contractual matters across multiple housing projects. You will play a key role in maximising profitability, managing risks, and ensuring commercial success.

Key Responsibilities

Financial & Commercial Strategy:

• Lead and manage all commercial activities, ensuring profitability and risk mitigation.
• Develop and implement cost control and procurement strategies to enhance efficiency.
• Monitor and analyse budgets, forecasts, and expenditure, ensuring financial targets are met.

Contract Management:

• Oversee contract negotiations, variations, and claims to ensure compliance and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure adherence to contractual obligations, including JCT and NEC contracts.

Cost & Risk Management:

• Provide commercial oversight of project costs, valuations, and final accounts.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks associated with projects.
• Work closely with the operational and finance teams to ensure project profitability.

Stakeholder & Team Management:

• Lead and mentor a team of Quantity Surveyors and Commercial professionals.
• Work closely with senior management to drive business growth and commercial strategy.
• Collaborate with the land, planning, and construction teams to ensure project efficiency.

This role is ideal for a highly analytical, commercially driven professional with a background in the housing or construction sector. The ideal candidate will have:

A strong commercial mindset with excellent financial acumen.

Experience in housing, residential development, or construction.

A track record of managing contracts, costs, and budgets effectively.

Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Leadership experience with the ability to mentor and develop a team.

Knowledge of contract law, procurement, and commercial strategy.

Qualifications & Experience

Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.

Membership with RICS, CIOB, or a relevant professional body (preferred).

Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor in the housing sector.

To apply, please send your CV to (url removed) or call Joe on (phone number removed)

We are excited to be the retained search partner for a business that has a long standing reputation of excellence in the forklift truck industry. One of the UK’s market leaders in providing forklift trucks for both rental and sale.

Following a continued period of high growth, we are now looking to appoint a Commercial Trading Director. This is a key leadership role responsible for driving growth, improving profitability and shaping the commercial strategy of the business, you will lead and optimise all revenue generating activities, as the go to person for buying and selling, pricing and order taking.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the commercial strategy across sales, rentals, service, and aftersales.
• Lead and manage the sales teams to achieve revenue and margin targets.
• Identify new market opportunities and strategic partnerships to expand the customer base.
• Oversee pricing, contract negotiation, and customer relationship management.
• Collaborate with operations and finance to ensure commercial goals align with business capabilities.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback to inform decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement in sales processes, customer experience, and operational efficiency.
• Report on commercial performance and contribute to SLT discussions and planning.

Key Skills & Experience

We are looking for an experienced, commercially astute individual with proven experience in a senior commercial role within the forklift truck industry.

• Strong understanding of both sales and rental business models.
• Excellent leadership and relationship-building skills.
• Commercially minded with a track record of delivering revenue growth and profitability.
• Comfortable working in a fast and high growth business environment with a hands-on approach.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen
• Skilled in negotiating high value deals and managing contracts
• Excellent knowledge of pricing and margin optimisation and can be creative with solutions
• Ability to inspire, coach and hold teams accountable
• Operates focused on customer satisfaction
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain client relationships

Please note this is an office based role with some flexible working.

The company

• Our client is a leading Civil Engineering business delivering one of the UK’s largest ever programmes.

The role

• Commercial Delivery Director of a £1b per year programme and leading a commercial team of 150 with seven direct reports.
• A valued member of the senior leadership team.
• You will be in charge of the commercial relationship with the customer.

The ideal candidate

• You will have a background in Civil Engineering (this is a must have) and you will currently be a Commercial Director or a Head of Commercial.
• Your strength will be as a major programme commercial lead and your cv will evidence this.
• You will have experience of managing commercial teams.
• You will have created very strong relationships with customers, partners, subcontractors as well as with your senior colleagues.

Location and working pattern

• The programme is being delivered across London by site-based teams. As such, the expectation is that this individual will need to be in central London offices 3-4 days per week with 1-2 days working from home.

Salary

• Circa £50- 60K + 40% bonus + benefits. (possibly higher for an exceptional candidate).

The company

• Our client is a leading Civil Engineering business delivering one of the UK’s largest ever programmes.

The role

• Commercial Delivery Director of a £1b per year programme and leading a commercial team of 150 with seven direct reports.
• A valued member of the senior leadership team.
• You will be in charge of the commercial relationship with the customer.

The ideal candidate

• You will have a background in Civil Engineering (this is a must have) and you will currently be a Commercial Director or a Head of Commercial.
• Your strength will be as a major programme commercial lead and your cv will evidence this.
• You will have experience of managing commercial teams.
• You will have created very strong relationships with customers, partners, subcontractors as well as with your senior colleagues.

Location and working pattern

• The programme is being delivered across London by site-based teams. As such, the expectation is that this individual will need to be in central London offices 3-4 days per week with 1-2 days working from home.

Salary

• Circa £50- 60K + 40% bonus + benefits. (possibly higher for an exceptional candidate).

Our client, an international business, currently have an opportunity for a Commercial Director within a fast growing commercial division, this is a unique opportunity, looking for a Senior Commercial professional with experience leading high performing teams.

The company have a long and successful history of delivering large projects to public and private sectors clients.

The role holder will lead a small but growing team, while still being hands on in the 'day job' with the opportunity to lead the commercial negotiation of new business with both new and existing clients, working as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders and customers.

You will:

· Identify the risks, liabilities, and commitments of contractual agreements; ensure these are clearly understood and that the business fully appreciates any potential impact.

· Review, draft, update and maintain contract documents

· Monitor and report performance and compliance against contractual obligations including commercial performance, financial management and contract management

· Monitor customer satisfaction

· Work with the contract delivery teams to ensure that the management of change request process and change implementation is carried out in line with the contracts.

· Report on progress of change requests and projects

· Review contract performance, assessing commercial risks and ensuring appropriate steps are taken to manage the risk

· Prevent and resolve contractual disputes

· Assuring adherence to Group Commercial Policy

· Supporting the client engagement teams in all commercial aspects, post contract signature, to achieve the orders, profit and cash budget and overall management of the Client relationship.

· Support the delivery streams who are responsible for the delivery of projects and provide clear direction working with the client engagement team.

The person:

• Experience of working in a pre contract signature environment.
• Experience of working closely with finance, operations and technical specialists.
• Sector experience is not essential.
• Good on both the legals and financials.

The Opportunity

Commercial Director – Own Label Food Manufacturing

Location: Northeast UK (Hybrid role but regular presence at HQ is required)

Package: Executive-level with performance incentives

Turnover: c.£100M and growing

Are you a commercially driven leader ready to shape the future of a high-growth, private equity-backed food manufacturer?

We are partnering with a dynamic own-label food business headquartered in the North of England. With a turnover of approximately £100M and a track record of tripling in size over the past five years, this business is on an ambitious growth trajectory. Operating as part of a wider European manufacturing network, the company is well-positioned to scale further through strategic partnerships, category expansion, and international collaboration.

As Commercial Director , you will lead the UK Sales & Marketing function, reporting directly to the Managing Director and sitting on the Senior Leadership Team. You will be responsible for shaping and executing the commercial strategy, owning the P&L, and driving profitable growth across multiple categories. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a blend of strategic vision, commercial acumen, and people leadership.

What You’ll Bring

• A proven track record in senior commercial roles within FMCG, ideally in private label food manufacturing.
• Deep experience in the UK grocery retail sector , with strong relationships at Category Director level and above .
• Knowledge of other channels such as wholesale, convenience, and strategic partnerships is highly desirable.
• A history of managing and developing high-performing teams.
• A data-led, results-oriented mindset with the ability to influence at board level.
• Ambition to grow personally and professionally in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Why Join?

• Be part of a business with a strong growth story and clear strategic direction.
• Work alongside a passionate and collaborative leadership team.
• Influence the next phase of commercial development in a business backed by private equity.
• Enjoy the autonomy to shape your function and make a tangible impact.

This is a rare opportunity for a commercially ambitious leader to join a business with scale, momentum, and a clear path for future growth.

Commercial Director

£120-140k basic + competitive benefits

West Sussex

Who you will work for

Our client is a small but scaling manufacturer of bespoke timber fire doors and joinery for commercial buildings and properties. The company is a market leader in its sector and is looking to scale for future growth. As Commercial Director, you will be responsible for the development and implementation of commercial strategies, optimising processes, and driving business growth.

What you'll do

• Build robust commercial processes and systems.
• Strategically organise the commercial function to deliver exceptional results
• Support the identification and development of commercial opportunities.
• Act as a key liaison between the external sales team, customers, and the production team.
• Optimise processes to drive revenue growth
• Coach, train and develop the team to proactively identify revenue opportunities
• Develop and implement customer-centric strategies.

Who you are

We're looking for you, if:

• You have demonstrable years of experience in a similar commercial role within the construction industry.
• Change management experience
• You demonstrate strong leadership abilities, including emotional intelligence and effective performance management.
• You possess excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
• You have experience with CRM systems
• You possess strong analytical skills
• You have a proven track record of driving commercial growth and improvement.

What we offer

• Competitive salary in the range of £20,000 - 40,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunities to contribute to strategic growth initiatives.
• Generous holiday allowance.
• Performance-based bonus scheme.

Call to action

If you are a driven and results-oriented leader with a proven track record in the construction industry, this is an exceptional chance to make a significant impact on a growing company. Apply now for immediate consideration.