Job summary INTERNAL IOW AND PHU APPLICANTS ONLY Location: Across sites, both Isle of Wight NHS Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust (frequency of visits to each site, to be agreed locally) Position Type: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: Agenda for Change 8b - £62,215- £72,293 per annum The Isle of Wight NHS Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust have undergone an exciting change. By pulling together a Single Corporate Services Division across both Trusts we will streamline processes, improve employee experience, and return time to patient care. In light of this change, we are seeking an experienced Commercial Business Partner to leverage their expertise in supporting the development and implementation of the Trust's Commercial Strategy. Main duties of the job The ideal candidate will possess outstanding commercial acumen in business case development, complemented by strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling them to build effective relationships with key stakeholders. This individual will represent the Commercial Director and Deputy Commercial Director, collaborating closely with designated internal divisions to identify and implement commercially innovative solutions that align with the strategic objectives of the Trust. Candidates must be highly organised and self-motivated, capable of managing a complex workload while supporting both the Commercial Director and Deputy Commercial Director. They should excel in prioritising and balancing multiple meetings and competing demands from both internal and external stakeholders. Furthermore, the successful candidate should be proficient in leading and managing complex stakeholder groups to achieve results within tight deadlines, ensuring alignment with both divisional and Trust strategic goals. They will be responsible for maintaining accuracy and consistency in progress and governance reporting while providing ownership and guidance across a range of projects and initiatives. This includes documenting and presenting critical business information and identifying risks that require immediate attention. About us Our vision for Single Corporate Services Isle of Wight NHS Trust (IWT) and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust (PHU) have a shared vision of a single corporate service across our two organisations, supported by a single set of identical systems and processes, under joint leadership, to drive significant efficiencies, improve employee experience, and return time to patient care. This vacancy is part of the Single Corporate Services Division. Why are we changing the way we deliver Corporate Services? Working as a partnership, both IWT and PHU have a shared vision for excellence in care for our patients and communities; with a set of strategic aims underpinning how we will achieve this. The creation of a single corporate service is essential for us to support our clinical and operational services, and our wider transformation programme. The single corporate service is delivered across both organisation. You may be based at either IWT or PHU and individuals may be required to undertake business travel between sites. For leaders managing staff across multi-site locations, you will need to be visible and provide in person leadership. The arrangements and frequency will be agreed locally. Date posted 18 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8b Salary £62,215 to £72,293 a year pro rata, per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 470-24-101-COR Job locations Lakeside North Harbour Cosham PO6 3EN Job description Job responsibilities Key Responsibilities Provide strategic advice and guidance on Commercial matters at a senior level within the organisation up to and including executive/board level working alongside the trusts Commercial Director. Provide professional leadership and advice on all aspects of Commercial matters to other CFO directorate staff, senior managers and Directors of the Trust. Lead on the development of Commercial activities. Advise, negotiate and act for the Trust on highly complex PFI, FM, Capital and Commercial issues locally, regionally and nationally. Participate in Trust initiatives aimed at improving services, value, reducing cost or generating revenue and ensure incorporation into Commercial propositions Monitor changes in legislation, complex technical guidance, NHS standards and local developments, interpret, assess and ensure they are reflected, where necessary by negotiation with NHS core functions and Partners Lead on commercial aspects of new propositions and projects. Support the Trust in identification and delivery of cost saving initiatives. Please note, this position has also been advertised on the Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust's jobs page. If you are interested in this position and wish to apply, there is no requirement for you to submit two separate applications. Your application may be transferred to the Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust's (ATS) if you are selected for an interview Job description Job responsibilities Key Responsibilities Provide strategic advice and guidance on Commercial matters at a senior level within the organisation up to and including executive/board level working alongside the trusts Commercial Director. Provide professional leadership and advice on all aspects of Commercial matters to other CFO directorate staff, senior managers and Directors of the Trust. Lead on the development of Commercial activities. Advise, negotiate and act for the Trust on highly complex PFI, FM, Capital and Commercial issues locally, regionally and nationally. Participate in Trust initiatives aimed at improving services, value, reducing cost or generating revenue and ensure incorporation into Commercial propositions Monitor changes in legislation, complex technical guidance, NHS standards and local developments, interpret, assess and ensure they are reflected, where necessary by negotiation with NHS core functions and Partners Lead on commercial aspects of new propositions and projects. Support the Trust in identification and delivery of cost saving initiatives. Please note, this position has also been advertised on the Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust's jobs page. If you are interested in this position and wish to apply, there is no requirement for you to submit two separate applications. Your application may be transferred to the Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust's (ATS) if you are selected for an interview Person Specification Qualifications Desirable Degree qualification in relevant health or associated business field Experience Essential Minimum 5 years' experience in Commercial role, either in health of public sector Desirable Evidence of having worked in a public sector or private sector role, ideally in a commercial function Knowledge Essential Extensive knowledge of Health Sector structure, policies and practices Person Specification Qualifications Desirable Degree qualification in relevant health or associated business field Experience Essential Minimum 5 years' experience in Commercial role, either in health of public sector Desirable Evidence of having worked in a public sector or private sector role, ideally in a commercial function Knowledge Essential Extensive knowledge of Health Sector structure, policies and practices Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Isle of Wight NHS Trust Address Lakeside North Harbour Cosham PO6 3EN Employer's website https://www.iow.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)