Head of Commercial

JR United Kingdom; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Une organisation leader dans le secteur de la défense recherche un Head of Commercial pour diriger des programmes stratégiques essentiels. Le candidat idéal aura une expérience significative dans un rôle commercial senior, avec des compétences en négociation et en gestion des contrats complexes. Profitez d'un modèle de travail hybride et d'un package de compensation attractif incluant un bonus et une allocation voiture.

Benefits

Allownace de voiture

Opportunités de progression

Qualifications

• Expérience confirmée dans un rôle commercial senior dans le secteur de la défense ou réglementé.
• Bonne compréhension des contrats complexes (MOD, DE&S, NEC, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Piloter la stratégie commerciale et la gouvernance sur un programme de défense pluriannuel.
• Gérer les négociations de contrats et l'amélioration des performances.
• Développer et encadrer une équipe commerciale performante.

Skills

Negociation

Gestion des stakeholders

Application de meilleures pratiques commerciales

Gestion des risques

Mentorat

Job description

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Head of Commercial, Warrington, Cheshire

Client:

Arguile Search

Location:

Warrington, Cheshire

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Head of Commercial – Defence

Up to £95,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus

Hybrid (Bristol, 1–2 days/month)

Are you a senior commercial leader with a strong background in defence, aerospace, or complex engineering services? We’re working with a leading organisation in the defence sector seeking a dynamic Head of Commercial to join their high-performing team and play a strategic role in supporting long-term, mission-critical programmes.

The Role

As the Head of Commercial, you’ll take ownership of the commercial strategy and governance across a multi-year defence programme. You'll lead a team of commercial professionals, ensuring alignment with customer expectations, legal frameworks, and business objectives.

This is a senior leadership role with visibility at executive level, responsible for:

• Driving commercial governance across project lifecycles
• Leading contract negotiations, risk management, and performance improvement
• Partnering with internal stakeholders to ensure commercial best practice
• Developing and mentoring a high-performing commercial team

About You

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Proven experience in a senior commercial role within the defence or regulated sectors
• Strong understanding of complex contracting (e.g., MOD, DE&S, NEC, or similar)
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills
• A strategic mindset with the ability to lead through complexity
• Ideally, a background in government frameworks or long-term service contracts

Why Apply?

• Join a critical national programme with long-term funding and high strategic value
• Work with a highly professional team at the forefront of innovation and delivery
• Enjoy a supportive hybrid work model with minimal travel requirements
• Attractive compensation package including bonus, car allowance, and progression opportunities.