Commercial Manager SZB

Framatome; Sizewell; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25 days

Pension 8%

Private health care

Dental insurance

Life assurance 4x salary

EAP

Income protection

Professional body membership

Babbel language

Cycle to Work

Generous family leave

Job summary

Framatome is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead contract management in Sizewell, United Kingdom. You will drive commercial processes, manage high‑value contracts, and collaborate with Legal to protect interests.

The role requires a Master’s degree and proven experience in contract/commercial management, with strong negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and financial acumen. Occasional travel and a dynamic environment are expected.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a junior contract/commercial management role, particularly in handling high‑value, complex contracts
• Good background in corporate finance with understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and cost management
• Foundational experience in complex negotiations and stakeholder management, demonstrating ability to handle high‑pressure situations with tact and professionalism
• Strong knowledge of contract terms and construction industry regulations, with ability to interpret and apply them to projects

Responsibilities

• Ensure all Commercial processes (including Procurement) are implemented and followed
• Draft and develop robust Commercial documents in conjunction with Legal to protect the interests of Framatome Ltd and maximise opportunities
• Communicate with internal and external parties so that all understand the terms and particularly the contract financial aspects
• Negotiate and agree contracts prior to contract placement
• Highlight commercial risk during the bid process
• Provide clear commercial/contract awareness training across relevant teams

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Financial reporting

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Job Opening Title

G - PROJECT MANAGEMENT - G3 - Contract management

Job type

Non fixed term

Responsibilities

• Ensure all Commercial processes (including Procurement) are implemented and followed
• Contribute to developing processes to improve and maximise growth
• Draft and develop robust Commercial documents in conjunction with Legal to protect the interests of Framatome Ltd and maximise opportunities
• Ensure that the organisation complies with the contract obligations as stated
• Communicate with internal and external parties so that all understand the terms and particularly the contract financial aspects
• Coach and develop employees on best practices for managing complex contract issues
• Nurture relationships with clients to ensure long‑term delivery and value for the company
• Negotiate and agree contracts prior to contract placement
• Highlight commercial risk during the bid process
• Accept additional duties as situations arise
• Adhere to Commercial processes
• Maintain a clear, concise understanding of contract obligations across relevant stakeholders and Business Leadership
• Ensure business compliance with contractual obligations
• Provide clear commercial/contract awareness training across relevant teams
• Secure favourably negotiated and agreed contracts prior to placement
• Apply robust commercial rigour within the bid process and clarify commercial risks within the bids

Profile

The Commercial Manager should thrive in a challenging and dynamic environment, possessing not only technical expertise but also the leadership qualities required to drive success across complex commercial projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a junior contract/commercial management role, particularly in handling high‑value, complex contracts
• Good background in corporate finance with understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and cost management
• Foundational experience in complex negotiations and stakeholder management, demonstrating ability to handle high‑pressure situations with tact and professionalism
• Strong knowledge of contract terms and construction industry regulations, with ability to interpret and apply them to projects
• Confident and professional manner with excellent presentation skills to engage clients and stakeholders effectively
• Determination and resilience to stay focused and motivated despite setbacks
• Passionate, enthusiastic, and charismatic approach to leadership, inspiring teams and clients alike
• Innovative mindset willing to explore new ways of achieving results and challenging conventional thinking
• Positive outlook focused on finding opportunities in adversity and maintaining motivation in difficult situations
• Assertiveness in ensuring objectives are met with a results‑driven attitude and ability to make decisions and take action when required

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days)
• 8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice)
• Individual and family private health care
• Dental insurance for individual
• Life assurance (4× salary)
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• Income protection
• Professional body membership
• Tusker Electric car scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Babbel – learn a new language
• Generous family leave

Job location

United Kingdom – Sizewell (UK)

Travel

Occasionally

Job family

Standard

Minimum level of education required

Master

Minimum level of experience required

Experienced

Background checking required

Yes

Reference number

2026-27030