Senior Commercial Manager – Defence & Maritime

Navantia Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Navantia Group is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager – Defence & Maritime based in Bristol. This full-time role, which includes hybrid working with occasional travel, is crucial for leading and securing major shipbuilding and defence bids.

The ideal candidate will possess proven experience in the defence sector, a strong track record in contract negotiations, and a deep understanding of UK commercial frameworks. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in high-impact projects within a growing organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in defence or maritime sector.
• Strong track record in leading major bids.
• Deep understanding of UK defence commercial frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Driving commercial strategy across major bids.
• Leading high-value negotiations with key clients.
• Managing compliance and commercial risk.
• Supporting contract delivery post-award.

Skills

Experience in defence, maritime, or complex engineering sectors

Leading major bids and contract negotiations

Understanding of UK defence commercial frameworks

Commercial leadership and stakeholder influence

Strong financial and pricing expertise

Job description

Senior Commercial Manager – Defence & Maritime

• Full-time
• Location: Bristol
• Department: Commercial
• Employment Type: Permanent

Senior Commercial Manager – Defence & Maritime
Bristol (Hybrid with occasional travel)

At Navantia UK, we’re delivering some of the most complex and ambitious maritime and defence projects in the UK. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a Senior Commercial Manager to take a leading role in securing and delivering major shipbuilding and defence bids.

What you’ll be doing

• Driving commercial strategy across major bids
• Leading high-value negotiations with key clients
• Shaping pricing models, risk strategies, and governance
• Collaborating with business development, engineering, and supply chain teams
• Managing compliance (DEFCONs, SSPRs) and commercial risk
• Supporting contract delivery post-award

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in defence, maritime, or complex engineering sectors
• Strong track record leading major bids and contract negotiations
• Deep understanding of UK defence commercial frameworks
• Commercial leadership and stakeholder influence at senior level
• Strong financial and pricing expertise

Why Navantia UK?

This is a high-impact leadership role at the forefront of the UK’s defence sector, working on strategically important programmes within a growing and collaborative organisation.

Security clearance (or eligibility) required.

If you experience difficulties or are unable to apply for a role online, please contact us at [e-mail] and a member of the team will be in contact to help you.