Commercial Manager- QDC/SSCR - DV Cleared - Hybrid

Experis; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence contractor is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager QDC / SSCR to manage post contract activities in a secure Defence programme. You will negotiate and structure contracts, ensuring compliance and effective risk mitigation while collaborating with legal, procurement, sales, and finance teams. Candidates must have strong experience managing QDC contracts and a good understanding of IT law and governance frameworks. This role is hybrid, and the location is in Basingstoke, UK.

Qualifications

• Strong experience managing QDC and single source contracts.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across legal, finance, procurement, and sales.
• Knowledge of governance frameworks, DOFA processes, and contract lifecycle management.
• Skilled in preparing SOWs, change orders, and contract documentation.
• Understanding of IT law, data protection, and commercial legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage Qualified Defence Contract activities including negotiation and preparation of statements of work.
• Maintain contract documentation and ensure compliance with internal governance.
• Lead cross functional collaboration to resolve issues and support delivery.
• Create templates and support BAU contract management.
• Drive continuous improvement in contract management processes.

Skills

Managing QDC and single source contracts

Negotiation and deal structuring

Collaboration across functions

Governance frameworks knowledge

Contract lifecycle management

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Commercial Manager QDC / SSCR - Hybrid

Must have an Active DV Clearance

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Manager QDC / SSCR to join a secure Defence and National Security programme. You will lead post contract management across complex engagements, ensuring contractual compliance, value delivery, and effective risk mitigation. This is a key role that brings together legal, delivery, procurement, sales, and finance teams to protect business interests while supporting strategic outcomes.

About the Role - Commercial Manager QDC / SSCR

• As a Commercial Manager QDC / SSCR, you will manage Qualified Defence Contract activities including negotiation, structuring, and preparation of statements of work for governance approval.
• You will maintain contract documentation, ensure compliance with internal governance, and lead cross functional collaboration to resolve issues and support delivery.
• Responsibilities include creating templates, supporting BAU contract management, producing reports, arranging negotiation sessions, and ensuring all contractual documents are reviewed by Legal and Commercial teams.
• You will provide guidance on contractual obligations, support risk assessments, participate in customer meetings, and ensure alignment with strategic and regulatory requirements including data protection and IT law.

What We're Looking For - Commercial Manager QDC / SSCR

• Strong experience managing QDC and single source contracts, including negotiation and deal structuring.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across legal, delivery, finance, procurement, and sales functions.
• Knowledge of governance frameworks, DOFA processes, and contract lifecycle management.
• Skilled in preparing SOWs, change orders, and contract documentation.
• Understanding of IT law, data protection, and commercial legislation.
• Ability to deliver accurate reporting, maintain contract records, and drive continuous improvement in contract management processes.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Make a critical impact in secure Defence environments as a Commercial Manager QDC / SSCR and help shape high value commercial outcomes.

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