Head of Commercial

Our world-leading Time & Frequency department is seeking a Head of Commercial.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join the global authority in precision timing at a defining moment for UK digital infrastructure.

Backed by a government investment of £180 million in the National Timing Centre (NTC) programme, we are developing a world-first resilient time distribution capability that will provide industry with a robust complement to satellite systems (such as GPS) – which are increasingly vulnerable to disruption from solar storms, jamming and spoofing. This will underpin essential services, including

• Telecommunications,
• Online banking,
• Emergency response,
• Transport networks, and
• Wider digital and data-driven operations.

Together, these services form the backbone of modern society - and your leadership will help ensure they remain secure, reliable and robust even if global navigation satellite systems fail.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the commercial direction and performance of the National Timing Centre (NTC) Programme, ensuring commercial, procurement and financial activity supports successful delivery and long-term impact.

• Shape and deliver the Programme’s commercial and go-to-market strategy, identifying opportunities for growth, adoption and business development across key UK markets including telecommunications, finance, transport, defence and energy.

• Develop strong external relationships with government, industry, strategic partners and key stakeholders to support adoption of resilient time services and maximise the Programme’s national benefit.

• Oversee commercial governance, contractual arrangements, supplier relationships and supply chain activity, ensuring effective management of risk, value for money and delivery outcomes.

• Provide senior oversight of financial performance, commercial risk, procurement decisions and legal interface, ensuring the Programme remains commercially robust, compliant and well-positioned for future growth.

• Work as part of the NTC Senior Leadership Team, contributing beyond the commercial function to support Programme-wide decisions, collaboration and successful delivery.