Commercial Manager - FTC

Grayce; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory firm in the City of London seeks a Commercial Manager to oversee contracts and support business operations. The role requires 4+ years of experience in commercial management and contract negotiation. You'll enjoy a supportive environment and a hybrid working model with generous leave. If you're proactive and passionate about commercial strategy, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Generous annual leave starting at 25 days

Hybrid working model with remote flexibility

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience in contract negotiation and drafting.
• Solid background in a commercial management role.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of contracts' business impact.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial and legal aspects of business operations.
• Lead commercial negotiations and draft bespoke contracts.
• Support supplier relationships and contract negotiations.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Commercial awareness

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent qualification

Industry-specific qualification (WCC or CIPS)

Job description

Job title: Commercial Manager

Location: London

Reporting into: Commercial Director

Salary: Up to £50k (dependant on experience)

Looking to take the next step in your commercial career?

This is a fixed-term contract (up to 12 months) opportunity for a proactive and commercially minded professional to take ownership of key business relationships. You'll be at the heart of our operations, helping to drive success by managing our commercial agreements and protecting our business interests.

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About the role

As a Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for managing the commercial and legal aspects of our business operations. Your primary focus will be on ensuring compliance and mitigating legal risks by managing, negotiating, and drafting contracts. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, operations, and finance, to execute contracts, resolve disputes, and ensure smooth business operations.

Key responsibilities will include

• Internal: Working within commercial governance policies, advising on pricing strategy, and supporting strategic projects like implementing new regulations.
• Client: Leading on commercial negotiations with new customers and drafting bespoke contracts to support new acquisitions.
• Suppliers: Owning or supporting supplier relationships, from due diligence to ongoing management and contract negotiations.

About you

We're looking for someone with a sharp business mind and a flair for problem-solving.

• Expertise: Solid background in a commercial management role, with 4+ years’ experience in contract negotiation and drafting. A relevant degree or equivalent qualification is desirable, as is an industry-specific qualification (WCC or CIPS). Strong commercial awareness and a understanding of how contracts impact the business are also essential.
• Attributes: Independent, proactive and risk mitigator. You excel at working independently, using your own initiative with minimal supervision. You are a great risk mitigator, with an aptitude for assessing challenges and finding alternative solutions.
• Competencies: Adaptable, resilient, and possess a high level of integrity. Your professional judgment, critical thinking, and strong communication skills enable you to work effectively and collaboratively.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: Up to 50k – dependant on experience
• Leave: Generous annual leave starting at 25 days, increasing with service and capped at 30 days.
• Working Model: Hybrid working model with 3 office days per week and remote work flexibility.
• Culture: A supportive and collaborative work environment that values your aspirations.

If you are a proactive professional with a passion for commercial strategy, we'd love to hear from you.