Central Government & Defence Technology Procurement Specialist

Akkodis
London, City And County Of the City Of London, United Kingdom
Today
£60,000 – £85,000 pa

Salary

£60,000 – £85,000 pa

Posted
23 Oct 2026 (Today)

Central Government & Defence Technology Procurement Specialist

Location: UK Wide (Remote)

Employment Type: Permanent

Security Clearance: Must be eligible for Security Clearance

Shape the Future of Government Technology Procurement

Are you an experienced technology procurement professional looking to work on some of the UK's most critical and high-profile transformation programmes? We are seeking talented Procurement and Commercial professionals to support Central Government, Defence and National Security organisations in procuring innovative technology and digital solutions.

The Opportunity

You will lead and support complex technology procurement activities, develop commercial strategies, engage senior stakeholders and deliver procurement outcomes across major transformation programmes.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end technology procurement and sourcing activities.

Develop procurement and commercial strategies for technology programmes.

Manage competitive tender processes and supplier evaluations.

Provide commercial expertise across cloud, cyber, data and AI procurements.

Support governance, assurance and approval activities.

Manage supplier relationships and maximise commercial value.

Engage with senior stakeholders across Government and Defence programmes.

Essential Skills & Experience

Technology procurement and strategic sourcing expertise.

Commercial and supplier management experience.

Knowledge of public sector governance and assurance processes.

Strong stakeholder management skills.

Experience within Central Government and/or Defence environments.

Understanding of technology and digital services procurement.

Desirable Experience

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Machine Learning

Generative AI platforms and services

Advanced data and analytics technologies

Why Join?

Work on nationally significant programmes.

Influence procurement of cutting-edge technologies.

Collaborate with senior leaders.

Access strong career development opportunities.

Benefit from flexible working arrangements.

Apply Now

If you are passionate about technology procurement, commercial excellence and delivering value across Government and Defence programmes, we would love to hear from you.

Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.

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