Head of Commercial
📍 Bristol City Centre (Hybrid )
💰 £100,000 - £125,000 + 20% Bonus + Additional Benefits
Are you ready to be the driving force behind a cutting-edge defence start-up? Our client, a fast-growing innovator in the defence sector, is looking for a senior hire in the Commercial team – a Head of Commercial who will shape the future of their business.
The Role
As Head of Commercial, you’ll be the go-to expert for all commercial and contract matters, responsible for bidding into the MoD across various defence categories. You'll play a key role in winning business, structuring deals, and ensuring compliance, while also building and leading a high-performing team as the company scales.
Key Responsibilities:
✅ Lead and grow the commercial function, setting the strategy for business development and contract management
✅ Develop and manage bids for MoD contracts, ensuring competitive and compliant proposals
✅ Negotiate, review, and manage contracts, acting as the key commercial decision-maker
✅ Advise on risk, compliance, and legal considerations, ensuring adherence to defence industry regulations
✅ Collaborate with senior leadership to drive revenue growth and market positioning
What We’re Looking For:
🔹 Proven experience in a customer facing senior commercial/contracts role within the defence sector
🔹 Strong knowledge of MoD contracts and UK defence contracting frameworks
🔹 Ability to develop commercial strategies and execute winning bid processes
🔹 Leadership skills, with the ambition to build and mentor a commercial team
🔹 Entrepreneurial mindset, thriving in a fast-paced, high-growth start-up environment
Why Join?
🚀 Be part of an exciting, high-growth defence high-tech company at a pivotal stage
💡 Full ownership of the commercial strategy – shape the company’s success
If you’re a commercial leader with a passion for defence innovation, apply now and be the driving force behind this company's growth.