Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager – Defence Bristol, Bath, Barnstaple | Hybrid/Flexible Working | Up to £70,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Manager to join a growing defence and engineering organisation, supporting major programmes and working across current and future platforms. This is a key commercial position, working closely with project management, engineering, procurement and wider stakeholders to deliver compliant bids and successfully manage complex customer and supplier contracts. The Role You'll be responsible for the commercial management of major defence programmes, including:

• Negotiating and agreeing customer contracts and commercial agreements
• Drafting, negotiating and agreeing sub-contracts and complex procurement agreements
• Acting as a key commercial point of contact for customers
• Managing the commercial relationship with sub-contractors and suppliers
• Coordinating contract reviews for new projects
• Supporting bid preparation and commercial negotiations
• Providing commercial input across the full contract lifecycle
• Working closely with technical, project and procurement teams to ensure contractual compliance About You We're looking for an experienced commercial professional with a background in defence, aerospace, engineering, manufacturing or naval environments. You'll ideally have:
• Strong experience managing defence-related contracts
• Experience working with Government/MOD procurement
• A strong understanding of contracts, T&Cs and contracting methodologies
• Experience with pricing, negotiation and bid preparation
• Knowledge of through-life support and customer contracts
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience managing or leading teams
• A background in commercial sales transactions and complex negotiations
• Experience working within the Defence or Aerospace sector A qualification in contract law or a law degree would be desirable. What's on offer?
• Salary up to £70,000, depending on experience
• Hybrid/flexible working
• 25 days' annual leave, plus buy/sell options
• Flexible leave allowance
• Half-day Fridays
• Private medical insurance
• Health cash plan
• Annual bonus
• Pension contribution of up to 8%
• Life assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discounts
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Onsite parking and other employee facilities If you're an experienced Commercial Manager with a background in defence, aerospace, engineering or complex government contracts, I'd be keen to speak with you. Apply directly or message me for more information.