Commercial Contracts Manager

Role: Commercial Contracts Manager

Location: Hertfordshire

Job Type: Perm, Hybrid, Flexi

Join a leading defence company and play a key role in delivering business-critical contracts that support national security and company growth.

Our client is seeking a Commercial Contracts Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of domestic commercial contracts—from negotiation and execution to closeout. This role plays a key part in delivering business-critical contracts and contributing to company success.

As a Commercial Contracts Manager, you will:

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Lead contract negotiation, ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance

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Manage full Route to Contract, including bidding, proposal generation, and contract terms

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Oversee contract delivery, amendments, and acceptance criteria

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Maintain compliance with laws, regulations, and defence industry standards (ITAR, EAR, FAR/DFARS)

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Support business growth by contributing to new work opportunities

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Identify and mitigate contract risks

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Act as primary point of contact for stakeholders, both internal and external

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Provide management with regular contract status updates

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Resolve contract disputes with legal and relevant teams

As a Commercial Contracts Manager, you will bring:

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Proven commercial contract experience, ideally in Defence/Aerospace

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Skilled in drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts

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Strong analytical, organisational, and attention-to-detail skills

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Ability to manage multiple contracts in a fast-paced environment

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Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

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Familiarity with MoD contracting structures (DEFCONs/QDCs) preferred

Benefits:

* Competitive salary & annual bonus

* Flexi & hybrid working options

* Pension contribution

* Paid overtime available

* Shares, healthcare cash plan etc.

* Great site facilities

Vetting: Please note that candidates must be eligible to obtain SC clearance and therefore hold British citizenship