Job Description
COMMERCIAL MANAGER - UP TO £68k - BRISTOL OR STEVENAGE - HYBRID
Robert Half are delighted to be working with a world-leading organisation in their search for a permanent, full-time Commercial Contracts Manager offering hybrid working and up to £48k + bonus!
Things to know:
* Job Title: Commercial Contracts Manager
* Salary: £62k - £68k, depending on experience + company bonus
* Location: Bristol OR Stevenage
* Working pattern: hybrid (2-3 days onsite, rest working from home)
* Benefits: Competitive pension contribution (up to 14% combined), enhanced parental leave, free parking, subsidised meals, fantastic on-site facilities and more!
Responsibilities:
* Lead the full route-to-contract process, driving commercial strategy during competitive bids.
* Draft, review and negotiate contracts, proposals, pricing models and terms & conditions.
* Oversee commercial performance throughout contract delivery and close-out.
* Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
* Act as the primary commercial contact for customers and key internal stakeholders.
* Provide regular reporting and commercial insight to senior leadership.
* Support dispute resolution and ensure contractual compliance.
* Line management responsibility for junior commercial professionals.
Requirements:
* Proven Commercial Management experience within a defence or highly regulated environment.
* Strong background in drafting and negotiating complex contracts.
* Knowledge of UK public sector or defence contracting frameworks (desirable).
* Strong commercial judgement with excellent analytical skills.
* Confident engaging with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
* Previous leadership or line management experience.
* Able to manage multiple contracts in a fast-paced environment.