Commercial Contracts Manager

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We''re looking for an experienced commercial professional with a strong background in contract negotiation and lifecycle management within a complex environment or sector. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of MoD contracting and applicable regulations.About the role:An exciting opportunity has opened to join the Commercial team as a Commercial Contracts Manager, where you''ll play a key role in shaping, negotiating, and managing strategically important defence contracts.You''ll be responsible for leading high-value contract negotiations, managing agreements from bid through to closeout, and ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements. This role is critical to enabling successful programme delivery and securing new business in a complex and fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities:Lead the negotiation of contractual terms and conditions in line with company objectivesManage the full Route to Contract process: bid support, cost alignment, proposal generation, and negotiation of bespoke terms and conditionsProvide commercial leadership during contract delivery, including amendments, deliverables, and acceptance criteriaEnsure all contracts comply with applicable laws, regulations, and standards (including ITAR, EAR, FAR/DFARS, DEFCONs, and QDCs)Act as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external customers on contractual mattersSupport risk identification and mitigation planning in collaboration with other departmentsOversee contract lifecycle management including renewals, extensions, and closeout activitiesDeliver timely reporting and updates to senior leadership on contract performance and risk statusResolve contract disputes effectively with support from legal and relevant stakeholdersContribute to business-winning activities by supporting competitive and compliant commercial proposalsWhat we need from you:Proven ability to draft, negotiate, and manage complex commercial contractsAbility to handle multiple contracts and priorities in a dynamic environmentStrong attention to detail and analytical skills, with sound judgement in assessing riskExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsKnowledge of MoD contracting frameworks, including DEFCONs and QDCs, is highly desirableIf you would like to know more details about the position or want to register your interest, hit apply below. We''d love to hear from ..... full job details .....