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Job reference REQ0003145 Application closing date 23/08/2026 Salary £55,936 - £58,342 (Inclusive of London Fringe Weighting) Package Generous holiday entitlement - outstanding 17.1% employer contribution pension scheme - flexible working patterns - car salary sacrifice scheme Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Attachments Job Description Jul 26 v2.docx Person Specification July 26 V2.docx
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Manager to support the Head of Commercial Development in delivering key elements of the Council’s commercial strategy and programme.
This is a key role for someone who can bring commercial insight, energy, and practical experience to help shape how the Council identifies opportunities, develops business cases, and delivers income generation and efficiency savings.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Day-to-Day Management: Oversee the Commercial Strategy and Programme, driving new initiatives and helping to embed a strong commercial ethos across the organization.
- Collaborate & Advise: Work closely with cross-functional colleagues and stakeholders to provide commercial advice and constructive challenge, ensuring the delivery of robust business cases and service plans.
- Contract & Stream Optimisation: Review service delivery models, develop commercial strategies, and identify opportunities for improved efficiency, income generation, and value for money.
About You
We are looking for an exceptional communicator who can build strong, meaningful relationships across a complex organization. Using tact, diplomacy, and effective negotiation skills, you will influence positive outcomes and deliver against defined performance targets without needing direct line-management authority.
Why Join Us?
We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working where it meets the needs of the role, the service, and the Council. Furthermore, with Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) taking place in Hertfordshire in 2028, this role offers a truly unique opportunity to help shape a more commercially focused, sustainable future for the local area.
If you are motivated by delivering practical change, unlocking new opportunities, and achieving tangible benefits for residents, we encourage you to apply.
What is Local Government Reorganisation
The Council is going through a major change as part of Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) and devolution. This means that the district and borough councils in Hertfordshire will be replaced by a smaller number of new unitary councils.
The aim is to make local government simpler and more efficient, improve services for residents, and bring decision-making closer to the communities we serve.
What this means for you
If you join Dacorum Borough Council between now and 31 March 2028, you will move to a new organisation on 1 April 2028. Your role will transfer to the new authority, but the way you work and who you report to may change.
While this may be different from what you are used to, it is also a rare and exciting opportunity to join Dacorum at a time of real change.
You will have the chance to help shape the future of local services and be part of building something new.
The new unitary councils will create opportunities for innovation, growth, and better public services. They will offer a more joined-up and forward-looking working environment for employees.
We are committed to supporting our staff and continuing to deliver high-quality services for residents throughout this change. Together, we are building a better future.
Commercial Manager in Hemel Hempstead employer: Dacorum Borough Council
Dacorum Borough Council is an excellent employer, offering a unique opportunity to be part of a transformative digital improvement programme that enhances both employee and customer experiences. With a focus on innovation and collaboration within the Digital, Data and Technology Team, employees are empowered to develop their skills and contribute meaningfully to the community. The supportive work culture and the chance to shape the future of local services make Dacorum an attractive place for those seeking rewarding employment in a dynamic environment.
