Overview
Commercial Contract Specialist — Permanent
Location: Fareham
Working hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:00am – 4:30pm; Friday, 8:00am – 1:00pm
Salary: Very Competitive
Recruiter: Principal Recruitment Consultant at Owen Daniels | Powering Global STEM
Do you have experience in contract management, proposal development, and complex negotiations? We’re looking for an experienced Commercial Contract Specialist to join a leading organisation in advanced engineering solutions. You will play a key role in securing new contracting opportunities, supporting program managers, and influencing strategic bid/no-bid decisions. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong negotiation and risk management skills who enjoys working on high-value, complex contracts in a fast-paced environment.
Job Description
* Administer major and highly competitive contract requirements, including Basic Agreements and Long-Term Contracts
* Analyse customer performance requirements, delivery schedules, pricing, and terms & conditions to ensure full compliance
* Review and develop Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and prepare compliant, complex proposal packages
* Support bid initiation by coordinating cross-functional input from across the business
* Negotiate complex contract requirements, including price, terms, delivery schedules, and contract changes
* Lead or support contract risk reviews and provide proactive recommendations to mitigate potential issues
* Monitor contract performance, manage change control processes, and ensure efficient issue resolution
* Act as a consultant to management on major contractual matters and mentor junior colleagues
Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications
* Previous experience in contract administration, ideally within aerospace, defence, or engineering
* Strong background in proposal development, contract negotiation, and risk management
* Experience liaising directly with customers on complex contractual issues
* University degree (or international equivalent) is ideal but not essential
Company Benefits
* Excellent career development and progression opportunities
* Pension Scheme up to 10% company contribution
* 10% bonus
* Employee Discounts
* Opportunity to work on high-profile projects with global customers
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Project Management
* Manufacturing
* Engineering
Industries
* Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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