Job Title: Commercial Officer
Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term
Location: Oxford, UK
About Airbus Helicopters UK (AHUK)
Airbus Helicopters is the world’s leading helicopter manufacturer, and our Oxford Airport site serves as Britain’s civil helicopter hub. At AHUK we deliver sales, bespoke completions, maintenance, and comprehensive spares support. Our in-house engineering capabilities span design, customisation, flight-testing and certification for both civil and military applications. Crucially, AHUK is the MoD’s chosen provider for the UK Military Flying Training System (MFTS) helicopters, operating from RAF Shawbury and RAF Valley.
The Opportunity: Commercial Officer
Are you a commercially astute and results-driven professional ready to make a significant impact in the aerospace sector? We are seeking a Commercial Officer to join our dynamic Commercial Business team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a pivotal role that offers exposure to the commercial heart of a leading aerospace company, driving successful contract execution for our civilian and military customers.
You will be instrumental in managing contracts associated with sales, customisation, MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul), and support & services. You will also work closely with our Sales Team, providing critical support on contractual setups, including negotiating and refining Terms & Conditions (T&Cs) during complex bidding processes. This role requires seamless collaboration across Sales, Material Management, Production, Maintenance and Finance within AHUK and other Airbus entities.
Key Responsibilities
* Contract Lifecycle Management: Lead the execution and close-out of "By the Hours" contracts, including developing and drafting service offers and contracts.
* Negotiation & Change Management: Act as the primary commercial point of contact, leading the negotiation and execution of contract amendments and change orders.
* Financial & Performance Analysis: Proactively monitor contractual terms, prepare and manage the pricing renewal process to secure profitability, and track aircraft flying rates for accurate customer invoicing.
* Risk Reporting: Report on contractual performance to the AHUK Leadership Team, providing clear and concise analysis of key metrics such as schedule, profit and risk.
* Process Improvement: Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of the Commercial and Contract Management methodology within AHUK.
Desired Experience & Skills
* A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, Aerospace Management or a related field.
* Proven experience in a commercial, contract management or related business role, demonstrating strong commercial acumen.
* Experience supporting contract negotiations with adeptness at financial analysis, business case development and managing contract profitability.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills, with a proven ability to build robust relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
* Highly organised, meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously while prioritising effectively.
* A proactive, flexible, "can-do" attitude, with a talent for identifying commercial risks and developing effective mitigation strategies.
Desirable Additional Skills
* Broad understanding of the global aviation/aerospace industry or another high-value engineering sector.
* Strong understanding of contract law and its practical application.
Benefits
* Competitive base salary.
* Private Medical Insurance (Bupa) – single cover paid by the company.
* Pension scheme with a competitive employer/employee contribution structure.
* Health‑care cash scheme, health assessments and more via Airbus salary sacrifice schemes.
How to Apply
Immediate and ongoing legal authorisation to work within the United Kingdom is mandatory. Due to the nature of this position, successful candidates must obtain DBS and undergo Security Clearance. Applicants must also meet all requirements of Export Compliance Regulations.
If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role at the heart of the UK’s civil helicopter hub, apply now to join the team at Airbus Helicopters.
Airbus is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is committed to equal opportunities for all. We will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process.
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