Commercial Manager - Defence Programmes Bristol with regular travel to Middle Wallop £66 per hour DoE (Inside IR35) Contract until March 2026 (possible extension) We are seeking a Commercial Manager to support a major UK defence aviation programme. The role focuses on the Apache Long Term Training and Support Service (LTTSS) and may also involve Chinook contracts. Key Responsibilities Day-to-day contract management and interpretation of terms Leading change requests, proposals and contract negotiations Monitoring KPIs, incentives and remedies Providing commercial advice to the programme team Building strong relationships with MoD customers and internal stakeholders Skills & Experience Proven commercial and contract management experience Knowledge of cost-plus contracts and MoD processes desirable Defence/aerospace or rotary wing experience an advantage Able to manage a varied workload with independence Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Security Clearance Active SC clearance preferred Eligible candidates (BPSS to start) may also be considered UK Citizenship required