Head of Commercial Poland Programmes

The Engineer UK; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading defence organization in Bristol as a Contract Manager, overseeing complex international contracts for the Polish Armed Forces. You will manage negotiations, stakeholder relations, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations while leading a motivated team. This role offers a hybrid working model and competitive salary, along with various benefits including a company bonus and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Company bonus: Up to 49.5% of base salary

Private Medical Insurance

Car Allowance: £680 Per Month

Pension: Up to 14% total contribution

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidised meals

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex, high-value contracts.
• Advanced negotiation and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams in contract lifecycle management and negotiations.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and manage risks.

Skills

Negotiation

Process Management

Contract Management

Problem-Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

About The Job

Bristol

An opportunity has arisen to join an active, involved and motivated team, committed to delivering Defence Capability to one of MBDA's strategic export customers, the Polish Armed Forces.

If you are passionate about executing critical and complex international contracts and have experience working collaboratively with UK and/or international customers while protecting the commercial position, then look no further...

Salary

Circa £85,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working

2-3 days per week on-site including international business travel.

Security Clearance

British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What We Can Offer You

• Company bonus: Up to 49.5% of base salary (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Private Medical Insurance: AXA PPP private healthcare scheme.
• Car Allowance: £680 Per Month
• Pension: Up to 14% total contribution (employer and employee)
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants seeking flexible arrangements.
• Enhanced parental leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, with enhancements for paternity, neonatal leave, and fertility treatments.
• Facilities: Subsidised meals, free parking, and more.

The Opportunity

This role is within the Programmes Organisation, focusing on delivering obligations to our Poland MoD customer, overseeing commercial matters across a portfolio of contracts involving complex technology transfer.

You will lead teams in the preparation, negotiation, implementation, and performance of commercial aspects throughout the contract lifecycle, ensuring consistency and providing guidance to internal teams while managing risks and opportunities.

Key Activities

• Contract Management: Ensuring MBDA meets contractual commitments, handling change management and problem-solving.
• Negotiations: Guiding teams to reach agreement on contractual issues and amendments.
• Stakeholder Relations: Building relationships with customer and industry stakeholders, representing the Group Head in meetings.
• Leadership: Providing commercial guidance for the growth of MBDA Polska and supporting business development.
• Working under pressure to meet deadlines and promote best practices.

What We're Looking For

We seek experienced professionals with excellent negotiation, process management, and contract management skills, capable of managing complex, high-value contracts and influencing teams. Travel to Poland will be regular, and candidates should be proactive in problem-solving and continuous improvement.

• Advanced negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Experience managing complex contracts
• Strong team and influencing skills
• Understanding of contract law, liabilities, and risk mitigation
• Knowledge of intellectual property protection
• Proactive problem-solving abilities

Our Company

MBDA is a leading defence organisation committed to supporting armed forces worldwide. We value diversity and encourage all candidates to reach out for support or adjustments during the recruitment process. Follow us on social media and visit our careers website for more information.