Commercial Manager

An exciting opportunity has opened for an Commercial Manager to join a growing technology business based in Cambridge. This is a broad and varied commercial role, working across contracts, commercial risk, compliance, suppliers, customers and internal stakeholders. The position would suit someone with a background in commercial management, contracts, legal, procurement or a similar environment who is looking to develop their career within a growing technology business. The Role Working closely with the Commercial Manager, you will support a range of commercial activities across the business, helping to manage contractual obligations, identify risks and support new and existing business opportunities. Your responsibilities will include:

• Drafting and reviewing commercial agreements
• Managing agreements throughout their lifecycle
• Supporting contract renewals and contractual obligations
• Conducting due diligence and onboarding activities
• Supporting commercial negotiations and contract changes
• Identifying and managing commercial and contractual risk
• Supporting bids, tenders and new business opportunities
• Working with internal teams and external stakeholders on commercial matters
• Supporting compliance and regulatory activities
• Working with Finance and other internal teams on commercial requirements
• Carrying out research into contractual and commercial matters
• Liaising with external advisors where required
• Providing general commercial support across the business There is no typical day in the role, so you'll need to be comfortable managing different priorities, working with a wide range of stakeholders and getting to grips with new and sometimes complex information. What We're Looking For We're open to candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including commercial, contracts, legal, procurement or bid environments. You'll ideally have:
• A degree in Law, Business or a related subject, or equivalent experience
• Experience working with contracts or commercial activities
• An understanding of contractual and commercial risk
• Good analytical and research skills
• An understanding of how commercial decisions can impact a business
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities
• A proactive and commercially minded approach
• The confidence to work independently and make informed decisions