Senior Contracts Manager (PR/007162)
Location: Hampshire
Role Type: Hybrid, 1 days per week onsite
Salary: Competitive, plus excellent benefits
*SC or DV Clearance Required*
Job Details
We are supporting a leading global technology and services organisation delivering critical programmes within the UK defence sector. They are seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to take ownership of commercial activities across the full contract lifecycle, supporting high-value and strategically important defence contracts.
This is a key role working closely with delivery, legal, finance, and operational teams to ensure strong commercial governance, effective risk management, and successful contract outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Lead commercial activities across the full contract lifecycle, including both pre-contract and post-contract (bid through to contract close)
Support bid teams with commercial strategy, pricing models, and contractual risk assessment
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial terms and contract amendments
Provide commercial governance and oversight to ensure contractual compliance and performance
Manage customer relationships from a commercial perspective, supporting contract delivery and issue resolution
Identify, manage, and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities
Support change management, variations, and contract negotiations throughout delivery
Collaborate with internal stakeholders across legal, finance, procurement, and programme delivery
About You
Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Commercial Manager within defence, government, or regulated sectors
Strong experience managing contracts across the full lifecycle (pre- and post-signature)
Experience supporting bids, contract negotiation, and in-life contract management
Strong understanding of commercial risk, governance, and contract frameworks
Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills
Ability to operate in complex, highly regulated environments
Requirements
Active SC or DV clearance, or eligibility and willingness to obtain clearance
Willingness to attend the Hampshire office 1 day per week
Please reach out to Abigail Bailey at, if interested.