Head of Commercial

Support the development and implementation of a commercial strategy for the Trust that achieves the Trusts strategic aims and objectives as set by the Trust Board, ensuring adequate engagement with stakeholders and using market analysis. Support the growth of market share and commercial income by identifying new commercial business opportunities, including new international opportunities, using data and market research, benchmarking, networks and strategic alliances. Develop and implement a governance framework for the commercial activities of the Trust, including all partnership arrangements, consistent with the Trusts Standing Financial Instructions and Public Sector Procurement Regulations. Identify, analyse and report commercial risks, including but not limited to financial and reputational risks. Work with stakeholders to resolve identified problems and mitigate risks as part of the Trusts Risk Assurance Framework. Support commercial and business development opportunities and create a sustainable pipeline of commercial developments, both local and overseas. Build capacity and capability with regard to commercial skills within the Trust and contribute expert commercial advice, information and guidance to support future commercial developments. Work with Trust Directors to develop business plans consistent with the commercial strategy and provide leadership in the development of business cases for commercial developments.Please refer to Job Description for more details.