Senior Defence Contracts Manager - MoD Programs Lead

Leonardo; Yeovil; Híbrido; GBP 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Time to Recharge: up to 12 flexi-days/

Company pension with up to 15% contrib

Mental health support & financial/advs

Bonus scheme for performance

Free access to 4,000+ online courses

Refer a friend bonus

Flexible benefits up to £500 annually

Hybrid working

Descripción de la vacante

Leonardo UK in Yeovil is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager with defence contracting experience to lead contract management and proposals for Wildcat and Merlin platforms, ensuring compliance with contractual provisions and company policies.

You will manage the full lifecycle of contracts—from new agreements to existing portfolios—while building strong relationships with customers, and guiding pre- and post-contract activities in a hybrid working environment.

Formación

• Competent in understanding and interpreting contracts with enhanced knowledge of all terms.
• Understanding costing and pricing processes for proposals within delegated authority.
• Strong verbal and written communication; able to present to peers and stakeholders.
• Able to lead and prioritise work in a hybrid environment.
• Identify and implement business improvement initiatives including cross-functional work.
• Bachelor-level degree in a relevant subject with commercial aptitude.

Responsabilidades

• Draft, prepare and present internal approvals, contracts and agreements.
• Lead customer proposals and contract amendments as required.
• Execute all commercial aspects of the contract.
• Monitor progress of contract obligations, including deliverables and cash.
• Resolve contract issues and provide contract advice to internal functions.
• Support contract management team and cross-functional colleagues.

Conocimientos

Contract management

Pricing knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership

Hybrid working

Business improvement

Educación

Degree in business/engineering/English/psychology

Descripción del empleo

Leonardo UK in Yeovil is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager with defence contracting experience to lead contract management and proposals for Wildcat and Merlin platforms, ensuring compliance with contractual provisions and company policies.

You will manage the full lifecycle of contracts—from new agreements to existing portfolios—while building strong relationships with customers, and guiding pre- and post-contract activities in a hybrid working environment.