Salary: Competitive Salary-+ Bonus
Job Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days onsite)

Job Overview

An established and growing organisation within the defence, aerospace, and public sector is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead commercial activities across complex programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full contract lifecycle from bid to close-out
• Lead contract negotiations and commercial strategy
• Ensure compliance with Procurement Act and SSCR
• Manage risk, variations, claims, and disputes
• Support pricing and cost modelling
• Work with cross-functional teams (engineering, finance, legal, operations)

Requirements

• Experience in Commercial Management within defence, aerospace, or public sector
• Strong knowledge of procurement regulations and frameworks
• Experience with DEFCONs and DEFSTANs
• Knowledge of contract types (Fixed Price, Cost Reimbursable, Framework Agreements)
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills
• MCIPS (desirable)
• Export control knowledge (ITAR/EAR) advantageous
• Eligible for security clearance

Benefits

• Pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Hybrid working
• Career progression opportunities
• Employee benefits scheme