Commercial Lead for UK Air Platforms & Defence

Leonardo UK Ltd; Easter Howgate; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager in Edinburgh to lead commercial delivery for UK Combat Air platforms. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and negotiation skills, develop business solutions, and enhance customer relationships. This permanent position offers hybrid working options and a comprehensive benefits package including flexible working hours and up to 15% employer pension contributions.

Benefits

Generous leave and flexi-days

Award-winning pension scheme

Mental health support

Online learning courses

Referral programme rewards

Flexible benefits spending

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial delivery of complex projects.
• Ability to develop business solutions for complex problems.
• Proven skills in relationship management and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Act as the commercial lead for the Air national portfolio.
• Develop and implement business solutions.
• Nurture relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Negotiate complex agreements and provide commercial advice.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation skills

Collaboration

Commercial risk management

Job description

A leading aerospace and defense company is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager in Edinburgh to lead commercial delivery for UK Combat Air platforms. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and negotiation skills, develop business solutions, and enhance customer relationships. This permanent position offers hybrid working options and a comprehensive benefits package including flexible working hours and up to 15% employer pension contributions.