Senior Commercial Manager | Defence

UGL; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Discounts with major retailers

Private health insurance offers

Education assistance

Leadership & Mentoring Programs

Salary continuance insurance

16 weeks of primary carer leave

3 weeks partner leave

Job summary

A leading Australian engineering firm is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager for its Defence Services division in Sydney. This role involves managing complex client contracts and collaborating with legal counsel. Candidates must possess strong contractual acumen and be capable of obtaining a Defence Security Clearance. The position offers flexible work options and a range of employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated individual capable of managing competing business priorities.
• Experience with Joint Venture agreements preferred.
• Must hold or be capable of obtaining a valid Defence Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support the Defence Services LOB and report to GM Defence Services.
• Manage client-facing contract negotiations and mitigate risks.
• Engage with Senior Legal Counsel regarding contract management.

Skills

Commercial and contractual acumen

Understanding client contracts

Collaboration with legal counsel

Experience with Commonwealth contracts

Knowledge of Defence industry

Job description

Join to apply for the Senior Commercial Manager | Defence role at UGL

When you join UGL, you will collaborate with some of Australia’s most talented experts to help shape the nation. With opportunities to work on large-scale projects from start to finish, you will have the space to grow your skills, pursue your passion, and be supported in creating a career journey that aligns with your aspirations and lifestyle.

UGL has a strategic partnership with the Department of Defence across the Defence Fuels Network for Fuels Management, Asset Management, Operations and Maintenance. We are recruiting a Contract Administration & Document Controller to join our business in what is an exciting and unique opportunity to work in Australia’s Defence environment and support national security requirements of the Nation.

This role is expected to be for a duration of 6 months and we are flexible regarding the location of this role. Commencing in September/October.

Key Responsibilities

• Senior Commercial Manager supporting the Defence Services LOB reporting into GM Defence Services.
• Core to the role is an ability to understand client contracts of different types for complex projects and discern key risks and develop mitigations in consultation with subject matter experts, manage policy non-compliances appropriately in adherence to UGL’s governance processes, prepare drafting and manage/lead client-facing contract negotiations.
• A high level of engagement and collaboration with Senior Legal Counsel and supporting the Defence Fuels Managing Contractor Contract including with respect to contract extensions, contract changes, and the review, response and approval of subcontractor departures.

Ideal attributes

• You will be a self-motivated individual with high levels of commercial and contractual acumen and be capable of working across the full contract and bid/project life-cycle and managing competing business priorities.
• Experience in Commonwealth contracts is preferred.
• Knowledge of the Defence industry and operating environment is an advantage but not essential.
• Experience with Joint Venture agreements and US Government contract terms is an advantage but not essential.
• Must be Australian citizen and either hold or be capable of holding a valid Defence Security Clearance. Applying for a Defence Security Clearance at an appropriate level is mandatory for this role.

Next Steps

Follow the instructions on this advert to express interest in this opportunity.

As part of the recruitment process, there are several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate the suitability of an applicant for a role including criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, right to work checks, and reference checks.

Job Reference: 264640

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Why Join UGL?

• Flexible work options
• Discounts with major retailers
• Private health insurance offers, wellness program and discounts
• Leadership & Mentoring Programs
• Education assistance
• Salary continuance insurance and Novated car leasing
• 16 weeks of primary carer leave, and 3 weeks partner leave
• 9000 employees. 20,000+ development activities for employees each year.

Diversity & Inclusion at UGL

We embrace diversity and are committed to a supportive, inclusive workplace. Our initiatives include:

• Pay equity and eco-friendly practices.
• Community support and charitable causes
• Female leadership, sponsorship, and inclusion programs
• Empowering programs for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Australians

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and abilities. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know during the recruitment process.

Discipline
Commercial Manager

Primary Location
Australia-QLD-Brisbane CBD & Inner Suburbs

Other Locations
Australia-NSW-Sydney CBD, Inner West, Eastern Suburbs

Work Type
Full-time

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type
Full-time

Job function
Sales and Business Development