Defence Commercial Lead - Strategy & Negotiations

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in Defence Engineering is seeking a dynamic Commercial Manager to lead commercial strategy on critical defence programmes. Based in Bristol with hybrid working, you will manage contract negotiations, mentor a team of professionals, and drive innovation. Strong contract management and leadership skills are essential. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including generous holidays and pension schemes.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched pension scheme

Life assurance

Health services

Employee share scheme

10 days paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists

'Be Kind Day' for volunteering

Excellent development & wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Strong contract management experience in any sector.
• Proven ability to create proposals and manage commercial risk.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide contract management and governance support.
• Lead negotiations and pricing for new opportunities.
• Act as the main commercial contact for project teams.
• Develop and execute commercial strategies.

Skills

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership skills

Commercial acumen

Innovation

Education

Professional qualification (MCIPS, IACCM, PGCCM)

Job description

A leading organisation in Defence Engineering is seeking a dynamic Commercial Manager to lead commercial strategy on critical defence programmes. Based in Bristol with hybrid working, you will manage contract negotiations, mentor a team of professionals, and drive innovation. Strong contract management and leadership skills are essential. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including generous holidays and pension schemes.