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At the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), procurement is entering a period of significant transformation. We are reshaping how commercial and procurement services support our regulatory mission—protecting the public and enabling safe, effective nursing and midwifery practice across the UK. Our Procurement and Commercial function sits at the heart of this change. Working closely with Finance, Legal and the wider organisation, the team is evolving into a trusted strategic partner—providing insight, assurance and leadership across a £40m annual third-party spend. This is an opportunity to help redefine procurement’s role in a complex, highly regulated environment, ensuring that every pound spent delivers value, impact and public benefit.
Job Responsibility:
Lead strategic and operational procurement services, positioning the function as a credible, influential voice at Executive and Board level
Shape and deliver an organisation-wide Procurement Strategy aligned to the NMC’s regulatory purpose and financial objectives
Provide expert commercial advice on major programmes, routes to market and contract models
Oversee high-value and complex procurement activity
Embed best-practice contract and supplier management
Ensure full compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and all relevant governance requirements
Drive efficiency, sustainability and innovation across the organisation
Champion value for money, lead initiatives such as spend analysis and the War on Waste programme
Build collaborative partnerships with other regulators to maximise collective buying power
Develop a high-performing team that delivers insight, assurance and measurable outcomes
Requirements:
Significant senior-level experience leading procurement and commercial activity within a public sector or regulated environment
Strong track record of delivering value for money through complex, high-value contracts
Confident strategic leader who can operate at pace in a regulated setting, balancing risk, compliance and commercial opportunity
Strong analytical and financial skills, comfortable translating data and market insight into clear, evidence-based recommendations for Executive and Board audiences
Credibility, influence and clarity in communication, able to engage senior stakeholders, challenge constructively and secure commitment
People leadership skills to inspire and develop a team, embedding a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and professional excellence
What we offer:
30 days annual leave
Enhanced Pension Contributions via our attractive Pension Scheme – with a basic 8% employer contribution as standard which increases up to 14% with optional added Employee Contributions
Life Insurance – 4 x current salary
Hybrid working
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
24 Hours Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Perkbox membership
Subsidised restaurant in our Portland Place office