Commercial Manager

Ultra Electronics Group; Maidenhead; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global defense technology company in Maidenhead seeks a professional for commercial support within its Cyber division. The role involves managing contracts and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have experience in complex contracts, strong organizational skills, and a relevant degree. A minimum of 2 days on-site work in a hybrid model is required, along with the ability to obtain SC security clearance.

Benefits

Annual Bonus

Private Medical Cover

Flexible working hours

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Experience reviewing complex contracts.
• Understanding of contract law.
• Background in Defence or Aerospace.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to identify contractual risks.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial and contractual interface for selected contracts.
• Contribute to bid and proposal development.
• Identify commercial risks and develop strategies.
• Support contract change management processes.
• Negotiate agreements with suppliers.

Skills

Contract management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Commercial awareness

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Degree in law, economics, business, or related field

Job description

Provide Decision Advantage to Mission Partners Around the World

Join us in our mission to equip the world's military members with the latest, highly customizable solutions and capabilities, enabling mission success globally. At Ultra Intelligence and Communications (I&C), we deliver critical tactical capabilities to enhance decision-making in challenging environments. Joining us offers unparalleled opportunities for growth and innovation within a dynamic, diverse team driving meaningful change in intelligence and communications.

Cyber Business

Our Cyber unit pioneers advanced cryptographic and key management solutions, ensuring confidential exchange of vital information for customers at tactical and strategic levels. Be part of our team and contribute to innovations that guarantee the highest security and trust worldwide.

Job Description

Company: Ultra Intelligence & Communications

Location: Maidenhead, at our Cyber Centre of Excellence, with a hybrid work model requiring a minimum of 2 days on-site per week.

At Ultra I&C's Cyber division, we protect highly sensitive information, working globally with nations to secure their data. Our engineers tackle complex cybersecurity challenges to safeguard national security and critical infrastructure.

As a member of our Commercial Team, you will support profitable business delivery, providing commercial support and governance, ensuring contracts with customers and suppliers are on protective terms.

IMPORTANT: Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain SC level security clearance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage commercial and contractual interface for selected contracts
• Contribute to bid and proposal development, approval, and issuance
• Identify commercial risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Communicate contractual obligations to project teams
• Resolve commercial issues effectively
• Support contract change management processes
• Negotiate agreements with suppliers and subcontractors
• Support commercial team activities and develop policies
• Ensure compliance with trade regulations

Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

Essential:

• Experience reviewing complex contracts
• Understanding of contract law
• Background in Defence, Aerospace, or similar
• Experience in customer and supplier roles
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Ability to identify contractual risks
• Effective communication skills
• Teamwork and self-motivation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and relevant software

Desirable:

• Knowledge of export control regulations
• Procurement experience

Qualifications:

• Degree in law, economics, business, or related field
• Relevant certifications (e.g., WCC, CIPS)

Notice

Applicants may need to obtain security clearance or handle export-controlled material as per role requirements.

Our Benefits

We offer flexible benefits including:

• Annual Bonus
• Private Medical Cover
• Holiday entitlement with options to buy additional days
• Pension contributions
• Life Assurance
• Flexible working hours
• Additional benefits like cycle schemes and will writing

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity, valuing all backgrounds and cultures. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, or other statuses and support flexible working arrangements. For application issues, contact us at [e-mail]