Commercial Manager

Job Overview:We are currently recruiting for an experienced Commercial Manager to support a major Naval Combat Systems programme on an initial 6-month contract, with a potential extension. This is an excellent opportunity to take the commercial lead on a strategically important international programme, managing customer relationships, contract changes, claims, governance activities, obligations management and commercial risk within a complex defence environment.Location: Portsmouth / New Malden / Filton / Frimley / DorchesterMode : Hybrid, 1-3 days onsiteHourly Rate: Flexible payrate from £49.38 per hour PAYE (In Scope IR35)Contract Length: 6 MonthsWorking Hours: 37.5-40 hours per week, Monday-FridayStart Date: ASAPKey Responsibilities:·

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• Act as the Commercial Lead across a major Naval Systems programme·
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• Manage key customer relationships and provide commercial guidance to project teams and stakeholders·
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• Lead contract change activities, claims management, obligations management and programme dependency management·
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• Draft, review and negotiate complex contractual terms, conditions and associated agreements·
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• Support business-winning activities, commercial management plans and bid approval processes·
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• Ensure compliance with commercial governance frameworks, internal approvals and contractual obligations·
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• Identify, manage and mitigate commercial risks whilst supporting profitable programme delivery
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Key Requirements:·

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• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager, Senior Commercial Manager, Contracts Manager, Senior Contracts Manager, Commercial Lead or similar commercial/contracts professional·
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• Experience managing large, complex, interdependent and/or international contracts and programmes·
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• Strong background in contract management, contract change, claims management, commercial governance and stakeholder engagement·
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• Proven experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex contractual terms and agreements·
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• Strong commercial acumen, financial awareness, negotiation skills and problem-solving capability·
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• Experience within risk & opportunity management, international contracting and customer relationship management·
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• Knowledge of intellectual property considerations, contractual obligations and commercial governance processes·
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• Ability to work autonomously, influence stakeholders and deliver commercially sound outcomes·
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• Degree educated in Law, Business or a related discipline, and/or a minimum of 5 years' recent experience in a front-facing operational commercial role
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Additional Information:Security Requirements:

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• Candidates must be SC Cleared, SC Eligible, BPSS Cleared, BPSS Eligible, currently progressing through SC Clearance, or hold/be eligible to obtain an equivalent transferable UK security clearance.
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• Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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