Job Description
Principal Commercial Officer – Defence
Location - Hertfordshire,
Hours - 37 hours (no core 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. This is a great opportunity for those in the early stages of their commercial career looking for their next development opportunity. In this role, you will be working alongside a team of experienced Commercial Managers, overseeing bid-proposals and contracts through their full life cycle.
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:
* Proven experience in a senior or principal-level commercial role
* A background in defence, aerospace, nuclear, or another regulated industry
* Strong knowledge of contract law and negotiation, ideally with experience in DEFCONs or equivalent frameworks
* Ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders in a complex environment
* Eligibility for security clearance and dual or sole British nationality.
What’s on Offer:
* The opportunity to work on nationally significant defence programmes
* Career development in a supportive and collaborative environment
* Competitive salary and benefits package