Commercial Officer
Location: HM Naval Base, Portsmouth (HMNBP)
Service Area: Projects – Infrastructure
Hours of Work: 37 Per week
Salary: £32,500 – £37,500
Responsibilities
* Support the Commercial Manager in securing funding, preparing proposals, and developing Task Approval Forms (TAFs) for submission to the MoD.
* Proactively manage tasks that require customer approval, monitor contract performance against KPIs, and oversee change requests and contract administration from both the MoD and Suppliers.
* Coordinate cross‑functional activities, collate data for informed decision‑making, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance commercial processes.
* Act as a commercial advisor, providing guidance to colleagues and delivery teams, helping them understand contractual obligations and ensuring compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
Qualifications
* Understanding of the commercial role within a Defence Infrastructure environment.
* Knowledge of UK Defence Industry Terms and Conditions (incl. DEFCONs) and an understanding of UK Defence terms and conditions.
* Degree level education in engineering, law, business or relevant discipline.
* Professional certifications such as WCC/IACCM Foundation or CIPS desirable.
* Strong commercial acumen and financial awareness.
* Confidence working independently and as part of a wider team.
* Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, including ability to influence, produce clear reports and deliver engaging presentations.
* Strong organisational capabilities and proactive, can‑do attitude.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Enhanced pension scheme
* Life assurance
* Internal benefits and discounts programme for all colleagues
* Cycle to work scheme
* Group income protection
* Flexible parental benefits (if applicable)
* Access to internal employee assistance network
* Continued professional career development
* Kudos reward opportunities (internal achievements scheme)
* Occupational Health & Wellbeing Services
* 50% off entry into the Historic Dockyard
Application Process
Applications are urged to apply prior to the advertising closing date of 14th November 2025 with a view of interviews scheduled to commence week commencing 17th November 2025. For all queries, please contact recruitment@kbsmaritime.com in the first instance who will advise accordingly.
About Us
At KBS Maritime, we’re not just another company – we’re an exciting and dynamic joint venture between industry leaders BAE Systems and KBR. Our team is dedicated to providing Asset Management, Infrastructure Management, Energy Solutions and Alongside Services at His Majesty’s Naval Base Portsmouth (HMNBP), the beating heart of the Royal Navy.
With almost two-thirds of the Royal Navy’s surface ships stationed at HMNBP, working with KBS Maritime means being at the forefront of innovation and progress. We operate in a unique and fascinating environment, with a mix of historic dockyards and cutting‑edge infrastructure that’s unlike any other.
By delivering state of the art solutions to the Royal Navy, KBS Maritime offers the chance to work on projects that make a real difference to the safety, security, and sustainability of the UK’s National Defence and Security. At KBS Maritime, we believe in the value of our people and the ethos of a small business, which means we value and empower our team members to succeed.
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