Commercial Manager

Astute People; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Commercial Manager for essential defence works in London. This full-time position offers a daily rate of £500-£600 and requires a strong background in the Defence sector, the ability to support tender activity, stakeholder engagement, and DV clearance. The initial contract lasts until March 2026 with potential for extension.

Skills

Strong background in commercial and procurement activities within the Defence sector

Ability to support competitive tender activity

Capable of engaging with varied stakeholders across programme and commercial functions

Must be DV Cleared

Job description

Astute's Nuclear & Defence team is looking to recruit a Commercial Manager on a contract basis, for essential defence works in London.

The Commercial Manager role comes with a daily rate of 500- 600, depending on experience.

Key skills required for the Commercial Manager role

• Strong background in commercial and procurement activities within the Defence sector.
• Ability to support competitive tender activity.
• Capable of engaging with varied stakeholders across programme and commercial functions.
• Must be DV Cleared.

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Commercial Manager role

• Initial contract until March 2026, with likelihood of extension.
• Inside IR35.
• ASAP start.
• Full time, Monday-Friday.
• Location: London.
• On site.

Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.