Assistant Commercial Manager

Arguile Search; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence and technology organisation is seeking an Assistant Commercial Manager to join their growing team in the UK. This pivotal role offers hybrid working with an average of 2 days on site. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in contract management, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to think strategically for long-term business growth. The position comes with excellent development opportunities, including various employee benefits and career development support.

Benefits

Pension schemes

Enhanced annual leave

Employee discounts and well-being programs

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing contracts or pre-signature negotiation.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• A strategic thinker who can balance operational management with long-term business growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of key business contracts, ensuring smooth delivery and client satisfaction.
• Support and manage both UK-based and international markets, identifying new opportunities for growth and expansion.
• Guide and develop a high-performing team, fostering collaboration and ensuring adherence to project timelines and objectives.
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to maintain strong relationships and drive business success.
• Partner with cross-functional teams such as Supply Chain and Operations to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services.
• Champion initiatives for continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and best practices throughout the business.

Skills

Contract management

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Communication

Job description

Assistant Commercial Manager - Brilliant development opportunities

Hybrid working - Avg 2 days on site

£50,000 - £57,500 + Bonus

This is a chance to join a leading defence and technology organisation in a growing team. We are seeking a skilled and driven professional to join our client in a pivotal role that offers hybrid working options.

Key Responsibilities

• Contract and commercial Management : Lead the day-to-day operations of key business contracts, ensuring smooth delivery and client satisfaction.
• Growth : Support and manage both UK-based and international markets, identifying new opportunities for growth and expansion.
• Team Leadership : Guide and develop a high-performing team, fostering collaboration and ensuring adherence to project timelines and objectives.
• Stakeholder Engagement : Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to maintain strong relationships and drive business success.
• Strategic Collaboration : Partner with cross‑functional teams such as Supply Chain and Operations to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services.
• Continuous Improvement : Champion initiatives for continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and best practices throughout the business.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven experience in managing contracts or pre‑signature negotiation.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• A strategic thinker who can balance operational management with long‑term business growth.
• Eligible for security clearance if not already cleared.

What We Offer

• Hybrid Working : Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid working arrangement, splitting time between home and our office.
• Career Development : Access to opportunities for career growth within a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Additional Benefits : Including pension schemes, enhanced annual leave, and various employee discounts and well‑being programs.