Principle Commercial Officer
19 days ago
Stevenage
Principal Commercial Officer\nLocation - Oppotunities in Hertfordshire or Bristol\nCopello is supporting a leading defence organisation in the recruitment of a Principal Commercial Officer. This role offers the exciting chance to work in a business-critical area, directly influencing the future of UK defence domains. This role is ideal for candidates with 2+ years experience looking for career development within an exciting, global company. Salary offered will reflect level of experience.\nThe Role:\nAs a Principal Commercial Officer, you will be responsible for:\n Leading and managing commercial activities across the full project lifecycle\n Developing, negotiating, and managing high-value contracts and subcontracts\n Providing strategic commercial advice to internal stakeholders\n Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, governance, and procurement policies\n Managing risk, supporting pricing strategies, and overseeing bid governance\nWhat We’re Looking For:\n Proven experience in a senior or principal-level commercial role\n A background in defence, aerospace, nuclear, or another regulated industry\n Strong knowledge of contract law and negotiation, ideally with experience in DEFCONs or equivalent frameworks\n Ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders in a complex environment\n Eligibility for security clearance may be required\nWhat’s on Offer:\n The opportunity to influence the nations critical defence programmes\n Career development in a supportive and collaborative environment\n Annual bonus\n Paid overtime\n Dynamic working (no core hours)\n Flexible/hybrid working (more on site presence required during\n State of the art working facilities (on site gym, subsidised restaurant and café)\n Flexi discount and benefit scheme & much more\nIf you would like to find out more or have any questions, please make apply and we can discuss further at a suitable time