Role: Commercial Finance Lead - (Fixed Term Appointment 24 months)
Salary: £76,942 - £84,637+ GCO Pension, GCO Terms. Up to 15% performance-related-pay available on accreditation.
Locations: Salford, London SW1A 2BQ
Occasional travel to other government offices and supplier locations (e.g. once a month) is required
About the job
Building Digital UK (BDUK) is part of the Department of Science, Innovation & Technology (DSIT) responsible for delivering the government’s ambition to deliver improved digital infrastructure across fixed and mobile broadband to the hardest-to-reach areas of the UK.
BDUK is responsible for delivering two large digital infrastructure programmes:
- Project Gigabit - a £5 billion programme to roll out gigabit-capable broadband to hard-to-reach communities across the UK; and
- The Shared Rural Network - a £0.5 billion programme working with the UK’s Mobile Network Operators to extend 4G mobile coverage into rural and remote areas.
As Commercial Finance Lead you will be part of DSIT Commercial and join a function recognised as the Best Commercial Team in Government (Government Function Awards 2024).
Job Description
As Commercial Finance Lead, the role holder will evidence that public funding is achieving Value for Money (VFM) and is central to the commercial team’s role in BDUK. The role holder will bring together commercial, analysis and finance disciplines to support successful contract, supplier and programme management.
They will use their commercial and financial acumen to work with suppliers and the supply chain to achieve the best outcome for the programme.
They will lead a team of commercial finance managers who are experts in their contracts and suppliers, ensuring that BDUK discharges its obligations under the contract correctly and manages suppliers to do the same. They will also deputise for the Head of Commercial Finance as required.
You will lead the assessment of commercial finance activity across the lifecycle, ensuring value for money, compliance with government standards, strengthening governance, and enabling confident decision making.
It’s a brilliant opportunity for candidates with strong commercial skills, who are looking to broaden their experience. Whilst an awareness of the telecoms marketplace and competition regulations would be advantageous, what is more important is an ability to effectively partner with a wide range of stakeholders. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to enhance relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders and will provide commercial and financial analysis to help others make the most effective commercial decisions.
Closing date for applications: 11:55 pm on Monday 26th October 2026.
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Commercial Finance Lead - (Fixed Terms Appointment) 24 months employer: Government Commercial Function
As a Deputy Director in the Digital and Security sector, you will join a forward-thinking team dedicated to transforming government technology while enjoying a competitive salary and performance-related pay. Our inclusive work culture fosters collaboration and professional growth, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered to make a significant impact on critical national projects. Located in vibrant cities like York and Glasgow, we offer a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful change while enjoying a supportive environment that champions innovation and diversity.
Contact Details:
Government Commercial Function Recruitment Team
