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A leading European defence organisation is seeking a skilled Principal Commercial Officer to support vital programmes delivering advanced defence capability to the UK Armed Forces and key international customers. This role plays a critical part at the front end of the product lifecycle, contributing to research, technology development, business winning and contract delivery.
The Company
As one of Europe’s foremost Defence & Security providers, the organisation delivers advanced systems and technologies that strengthen resilience and support strategic partners worldwide. You will join a collaborative, high‑performing commercial function operating at the heart of major defence programmes.
Required Skills & Experience
* Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK (British citizenship essential)
* Advanced negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills
* Experience managing complex, high‑value contracts
* Strong understanding of contract law and commercial principles
* Ability to draft, adapt and negotiate contractual terms & conditions
* Knowledge of liabilities, risk mitigation and change management
* Awareness of Intellectual Property, Export Controls and licensing requirements
* Commercial acumen from customer through to supplier
* Ability to interpret and work with pricing and costing models
* Strong process, governance and commercial administration capability
* Proficient in IT and business systems (SAP experience highly desirable)
Benefits Package
* Annual Bonus: Up to £2,500
* Optional paid overtime
* Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
* Pension: Up to 14% combined contribution
* Share Incentive Plan: Option to purchase shares before tax and NI
* Parental Benefits: Up to 26 weeks of enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption, neonatal and shared parental leave
* Facilities: Subsidised meals, free parking and excellent on‑site amenities
If this sounds like something you would be interested in putting forward an application for, apply directly or send your up‑to‑date CV to Declan.Bryson@ansonmccade.com to discuss further.
Seniority Level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
* Full‑time
Job Function
* Engineering and Project Management
Industries
* Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Manufacturing
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