Senior Commercial Manager

Framatome; Sizewell; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + 5

Employer pension 8%

Private health care

Cashplan Level 2

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Framatome UK is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager to drive complex contract strategy across multi-million pound projects in the nuclear sector. You will lead commercial governance, ensure contract obligations are understood, and collaborate with Legal and Finance to protect company interests.

The role requires proven leadership, expert negotiation skills, and the ability to manage stakeholders at all levels.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contract/commercial management of large contracts.
• Strong corporate finance background with budgeting and cost management.
• Extensive experience in complex negotiations and stakeholder management.
• In-depth knowledge of contract terms and industry regulations.
• Experience in leading high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Draft and implement commercial processes across contracts and procurement.
• Contribute to developing processes to maximise growth and protect interests.
• Draft and develop robust commercial documents with Legal oversight.
• Ensure compliance with contract obligations across stakeholders and leadership.
• Coach and mentor the Commercial Team on best practices for contract management.
• Negotiate and agree contracts prior to placement; highlight commercial risk in bids.
• Engage in bidding processes to maximize value and manage risk.
• Foster long-term client relationships to deliver value for the company.

Skills

Contract management

Commercial management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Job description

Senior Commercial Manager

Job type: Non fixed term

Energetise Your Career with Framatome UK – Powering a Safer, Smarter Nuclear Future. Framatome is a global leader in nuclear energy, recognised for delivering innovative, value-added technologies that design, build, maintain, and advance the world’s nuclear fleet. With 20,000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide, we provide components, fuel, and control systems for nuclear power plants, along with a full suite of reactor services – all focused on improving safety, performance, and sustainability.

Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%), we are driving the future of clean energy. Here in the UK, our team is already 400 strong – and growing. As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry, we’re aiming to reach 600 dedicated professionals in 2026. Now’s your chance to join a company that is shaping the energy transition, where your expertise will matter, your growth will be supported, and your work will help power generations to come.

Key Activities

• Ensure all Commercial processes (including Procurement) are drafted, implemented and followed
• Contribute to developing processes to improve and maximise growth
• Draft and develop, in conjunction with Legal, robust Commercial documents to protect the interests and maximise the opportunities for Framatome Ltd
• Ensure that the organisation complies with the contract obligations as stated
• Communicate with internal and external parties in a contract, so that all understand the terms and particularly the contracts financial aspects
• Coach and develop employees on best practices for managing complex contract issues
• Nurture relationships with clients to ensure long‑term delivery and value for the company
• Train and/or mentor Commercial Team
• Involve in negotiating and agreeing contracts prior to contract placement
• Involve with the bid process to highlight commercial risk
• Accept extra duties as situations arise
• Clear, concise, effective and fully implemented Commercial processes
• Clear, concise understanding of contract obligations across the relevant stakeholders and Business Leadership
• Business compliance with contractual obligations
• Clear commercial/contract awareness training across relevant teams
• Favourably negotiated and agreed contracts prior to placement
• Robust commercial rigour within bid process and clarity of commercial risks within the bids

Profile

The Senior Commercial / Contract Manager should be a driven, strategic thinker who thrives in a challenging and dynamic environment, possessing not only the technical expertise but also the leadership qualities required to drive success across complex commercial projects.

Experience

• Proven experience in a contract management/commercial management role, particularly in handling large multi-million-pound contracts.
• Solid background in corporate finance, with a strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and cost management.
• Extensive experience in complex negotiations and stakeholder management, demonstrating an ability to handle high-pressure situations with tact and professionalism.
• In-depth knowledge of contract terms and construction industry regulations, with the ability to interpret and apply them to projects.
• Demonstrated experience in managing teams, with strong leadership capabilities and a focus on building high-performing teams.

Personal Attributes

• A confident and professional manner, with excellent presentation skills to engage clients and stakeholders effectively.
• Determination and resilience: the ability to stay focused and motivated, even in the face of setbacks or challenges.
• A passionate, enthusiastic, and charismatic approach to leadership, inspiring teams and clients alike.
• Innovative mindset, with a willingness to explore new ways of achieving results, and challenge conventional thinking when necessary.
• A positive outlook, always focused on finding opportunities in adversity, and an ability to maintain motivation in difficult situations.
• Assertiveness in ensuring objectives are met, with a results-driven attitude and the ability to make decisions and take action when required.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) + Bank Holidays
• 8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice)
• Individual and family private health care
• Cashplan – Level 2 cover
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)

Job location

United Kingdom

Sizewell (UK)