A leading defence organisation are seeking an experienced Commercial Contracts Manager to join a high-performing team supporting critical UK defence programmes.
* Role: Commercial Contracts Manager
* Duration: 6-9 month contract
* Pay:£600 - 700 p/day (Inside IR35)
* Location: Harlow (3 days onsite)
* Clearance: Active SC clearance
You will act as a strategic business partner, enabling both the successful capture of new opportunities and the delivery of profitable programmes, whilst ensuring robust commercial governance across the contract lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the commercial and contractual strategy across major programmes, including management of key customer relationships
* Develop and deliver innovative commercial solutions to support bids, proposals, and evolving customer requirements
* Negotiate and manage a wide range of complex contractual agreements, escalating non-standard issues as required
* Oversee contract change management, identifying opportunities and mitigating risks throughout the contract lifecycle
* Produce business cases, financial reports, and briefing materials for senior management reviews
* Provide leadership, guidance, and oversight to contract professionals, fostering team capability and performance
* Act as the commercial escalation point, resolving issues effectively and efficiently
* Support the development, approval, and submission of bids and proposals aligned to business strategy
This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of complex, high-value contracts, working at the centre of programme delivery and commercial strategy.
Key Requirements
* Proven defence sector experience or similar
* Active SC clearance required
* Strong track record of commercial negotiations and agreement management
* Proven experience managing large, complex contracts (ideally within UK MOD or defence environments)
* Solid understanding of programme financials, including risks and opportunities
* Strong programme management capability (risk, governance, gating, metrics)
* Experience working with international customers or suppliers
* Strong commercial acumen, including understanding of business principles and contract law
* Experience in customer relationship management
* Willingness to travel occasionally
If youre an experienced Commercial Contracts Manager with active SC clearance, simply apply now!
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