Defence Commercial Manager – Hybrid, SC Cleared

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Thatcham; Hybrid; GBP 76,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join a market-leading organization in the Defence industry. The role involves managing contracts, assessing risks, and supporting negotiations. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in contract negotiation and a solid understanding of contract law. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and various benefits.

Benefits

Private medical cover

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Strong experience reviewing and negotiating complex contractual documentation.
• Good understanding of contract law.
• Background in Defence, Aerospace or similarly regulated technical industry.

Responsibilities

• Act as the day-to-day commercial interface for assigned contracts.
• Provide full commercial input to bids, proposals and customer submissions.
• Identify commercial risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Contract negotiation

Attention to detail

Risk understanding

Stakeholder communication

Education

Degree in Law, Business, Economics or related discipline

CIPS, WCC or other commercial/contract management qualification

Tools

MS Office

Relevant commercial tools

Job description

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join a market-leading organization in the Defence industry. The role involves managing contracts, assessing risks, and supporting negotiations. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in contract negotiation and a solid understanding of contract law. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and various benefits.