Defence Contracts Lead – Commercial & Risk Management

Chess Dynamics Ltd; Horsham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Horsham seeks an experienced full-time Commercial Contracts Manager to manage contracts and provide commercial guidance. You will negotiate contracts and support tender responses for major clients, including UK Government and Ministry of Defence. This role offers hybrid working arrangements, a 37.5-hour work week, and 28 days of annual leave. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in government contract negotiation and a deep understanding of contract law.

Benefits

Hybrid work arrangements

28 days annual leave

Lunchtime finishes on Fridays

Holiday purchasing scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with initiatives for large governmental and prime contractor customers.
• Knowledge of the UK defense contracting environment and related laws.
• Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders across business boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Lead contractual activities in the tender process and negotiate contracts.
• Provide commercial advice to departments on risks.
• Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the drafting and negotiation of sub-contracts.

Skills

Negotiation of contracts

Contract administration

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Attention to detail

Job description

A leading defense contractor in Horsham seeks an experienced full-time Commercial Contracts Manager to manage contracts and provide commercial guidance. You will negotiate contracts and support tender responses for major clients, including UK Government and Ministry of Defence. This role offers hybrid working arrangements, a 37.5-hour work week, and 28 days of annual leave. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in government contract negotiation and a deep understanding of contract law.