A LITTLE BIT ABOUT US

Commercial Services Group is a family of purpose-led businesses united by a single belief: that commercial success and public good can go hand in hand. We’re part of the public sector – and proud of it – but we think with the creativity pace and ambition of the private sector. It’s this blend of expertise and our principles that defines who we are and how we work. 

 As one of the largest local authority trading companies in the UK, all our surplus is reinvested directly into the public sector, funding vital services and community initiatives that make a tangible difference. 

 Across our 33 businesses we support the public sector, from classrooms to council offices, housing estates to healthcare settings and we’re proud to play a part in building stronger, more sustainable communities, together. We’re here to help our customers do more with less and we work closely in partnership with our suppliers as well as customers to deliver value and impact.

Our social values

Our aim is to ensure social and sustainable value are at the heart of everything we do.

Operating across the UK and internationally, our communities are never far from Commercial Services Group; our people can be seen managing local recycling centres, advising public and private organisations on energy and carbon solutions and delivering resources and professional services to our schools. Being wholly owned by Kent County Council means that the value we generate is returned to the public sector for re-investment into front-line services (‘profit with a purpose’). And through our wider joint venture and partnership models, any surpluses are shared with our local authority partners, generating dividends to support communities and local economies across the UK. 

We are looking for partner organisations that share our values and want to give back as part of what they do.