Senior Defence Contracts Lead for MOD Programs

Matchtech; Warminster; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence contractor is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager to oversee commercial contract management for a high-profile training program supporting the UK MOD. This senior management role requires expertise in managing medium to high-value contracts and leading a team within a complex environment. Candidates must demonstrate strong leadership skills, effective stakeholder engagement, and a customer-focused approach, along with the ability to obtain UK Security Clearance.

Qualifications

• Head Of or Senior Leadership level commercial contracts management expertise within the defence sector.
• Proven experience in managing medium (£25m) and high-value (£200m+) contracts.
• Ability to influence and engage military and industry partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial management of contracts across the lifecycle.
• Create and review complex contractual and strategy documents.
• Manage customer relationships and stakeholder collaboration.

Skills

Commercial leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Customer focus

Job description

A leading defence contractor is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager to oversee commercial contract management for a high-profile training program supporting the UK MOD. This senior management role requires expertise in managing medium to high-value contracts and leading a team within a complex environment. Candidates must demonstrate strong leadership skills, effective stakeholder engagement, and a customer-focused approach, along with the ability to obtain UK Security Clearance.