Job Description
Principal Commercial Officer – Defence
Location - Hertfordshire, or Bristol
Hours - 37 hours, hybrid working 2/3 days a week on site.
Salary - £50,000 plus a generous package.
Copello are working with a leading organisation in the defence and national security sector to identify Principal Commercial Officers to support high-value, complex programmes.
This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping commercial strategy and delivering contractual excellence within a highly regulated environment.
The Role:
As a Principal Commercial Officer, you will be responsible for:
* Leading and managing commercial activities across the full project lifecycle
* Developing, negotiating, and managing high-value contracts and subcontracts
* Providing strategic commercial advice to internal stakeholders
* Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, governance, and procurement policies
* Managing risk, supporting pricing strategies, and overseeing bid governance
What We’re Looking For:
1. Proven experience in a senior or principal-level commercial role
2. A background in defence, aerospace, nuclear, or another regulated...