Commercial Contracts Manager
1 day ago
Watford
Commercial Contracts Manager Location: Stevenage, UK – Hybrid (2-3 days on-site) Salary: £62,000 - £68,000 depending on experience A leading defence technology organisation is seeking a Commercial Contracts Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of domestic commercial contracts. This role offers the opportunity to lead contract negotiation, ensure compliance, and contribute directly to business-critical programmes. Key responsibilities: • Lead contract negotiations, ensuring alignment with company objectives and regulatory compliance., • Manage the full Route to Contract, including bid generation, cross-functional coordination, and approval of bespoke contract terms., • Oversee contract delivery, including amendments, deliverable reviews, and acceptance criteria., • Ensure all contracts comply with relevant laws, regulations, and defence industry standards (e.g., ITAR, EAR, FAR/DFARS)., • Identify contractual risks and develop mitigation strategies., • Act as primary contact for internal and external stakeholders on contractual matters., • Provide reporting and updates to senior management on contract status, risks, and issues., • Manage and resolve contract disputes in collaboration with legal and relevant teams. Skills and experience required: • Proven experience in commercial contract management, ideally within the defence sector., • Experience drafting, negotiating, and agreeing contracts and agreements., • Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills., • Ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously in a fast-paced environment., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams., • Familiarity with MoD contracting structures, including DEFCONs and QDCs, is advantageous. Benefits: • Bonus of up to 21% of base salary., • Pension contributions up to 14% (employer + employee)., • Flexible working arrangements and enhanced parental leave (up to 26 weeks)., • Excellent site facilities including subsidised meals, free parking, and more. For further information feel free to reach me at 02895213213, or simply apply! Reference: AMC/RKI