Commercial Contracts Manager

Mane Contract Services; England; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract management firm is seeking a Commercial Contracts Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of domestic contracts. The ideal candidate will have experience within the defence sector, strong negotiation and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple contracts. Responsibilities include negotiation, compliance, and risk management. This role offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Company Bonus: Up to 21% of base salary

Pension: Up to 14% total contribution

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidised meals

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial contract management within a defence environment.
• Experience drafting, negotiating, and agreeing contracts.
• Ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiation of contract terms and conditions.
• Manage the full Route to Contract.
• Oversee contract delivery, amendments, renewals, and closeout.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Identify contractual risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Skills

Contract management experience

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional teamwork

Job description

About the Role

As a Commercial Contracts Manager, you will manage the full lifecycle of domestic commercial contracts, from negotiation and execution to delivery and closeout. You will play a vital role in supporting strategic business objectives, ensuring compliance, mitigating risk, and contributing to winning new work within a complex defence environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiation of contract terms and conditions, ensuring alignment with business objectives
• Manage the full Route to Contract, including bid preparation, proposal generation, and contract agreement
• Oversee contract delivery, amendments, renewals, and closeout, ensuring obligations are met
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies, including MoD standards
• Identify contractual risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders on contractual matters
• Provide regular updates and reporting to senior management on contract status and risks
• Manage and resolve contract disputes in collaboration with legal and other relevant teams

What We\'re Looking For

• Proven experience in commercial contract management within a defence environment
• Experience drafting, negotiating, and agreeing contracts and agreements
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with cross-functional teams
• Familiarity with MoD contracting structures (DEFCONs, QDCs) is preferred

What We Offer

• Salary: Circa 63,000- 68,000 depending on experience
• Company Bonus: Up to 21% of base salary
• Pension: Up to 14% total contribution (employer + employee)
• Flexible working: 2-3 days per week on-site with hybrid arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, with additional enhancements for paternity, neonatal leave, and fertility support
• Site facilities: Subsidised meals, free car parking, and more

Next Steps

For this role you will have to gain UK Security Clearance; therefore, we cannot process your application unless you currently hold British Nationality as a minimum qualification. For more information on this position, please contact me on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).