Commercial Lead

Nolan Recruitment Solutions
Commercial Lead

Employment type: Permanent, full-time
Location: Guernsey (Channel Island)
Salary: Circa £80,000 p.a. dependent on experience + PMI, Bonus, Pension (Income tax in Guernsey is fixed at 20%)
Working Hours: Monday – Friday – 36 hours per week

Relocation Package: Client is open to offering a relocation package for the successful candidate.

Company & Role Introduction

As the Commercial Lead for our client, you will play a vital role in the successful execution of major capital projects, grid supply, CSA, and offtake agreements. With a strong background in Power Generation and Electricity, you will bring your expertise to ensure efficient management of all commercial and contractual aspects. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will be crucial in providing assurance of successful execution.
By joining our client in the beautiful surroundings of Guernsey, you can not only enjoy a better work-life balance but also indulge in the stunning natural scenery, sweeping sandy beaches, and a wide range of sport and leisure opportunities. Embark on a fulfilling professional journey while immersing yourself in the charm of Guernsey.

Example of Responsibilities

Managing the commercial relationship between your employer and external suppliers engaged in the delivery of products and services, including effective market engagement, contractual negotiation, and risk mitigation.
Working together with Corporate Procurement and legal advisors to ensure effective procurement and comprehensive, value for money contracts for supplier products and services required for major capital projects and grid supply.
Maintaining excellent working relationships with all stakeholders, both internal and external.
Developing and operating an Electricity ‘Single Buyer’ function, managing contracts and generation capacity to support cost-effective dispatch.
Ensuring that suppliers engaged for major capital projects and agreements adhere to the clients’ standards, policies, and tools throughout the project lifecycle.
Bridging the technical and commercial challenges within the Grid, considering agreements, heads of terms, legal instruments, and technical constraints and opportunities.
Avoiding and effectively managing disputes to minimise fiscal, reputational, and lost opportunity costs for the company.
Ensuring contractors comply with local legislation related to health and safety, equal opportunities, and data protection.

Experience/ Skills Required

Relevant qualification
Previous experience in the Power industry
Thorough knowledge of forms various forms for contract such as NEC, FIDIC, ICE, JCT
Excellent communication skills

This is an exceptional opportunity to join an organisation with a clear mission to grow and develop by providing innovative solutions to their clients.

Key words: Commercial Lead, Commercial Manager, Contracts Manager, Project Manager, Head of Commercial