Senior Commercial Manager

Senior Commercial Manager – Bristol (Hybrid) - £70,000 + Benefits

We're working with a leading defence and technology business to recruit a Senior Commercial Manager for their Digital team.

This role focuses on a major pan-defence digital transformation programme, supporting long-term contracts with the UK MOD and wider defence customers.

The Role

You'll lead commercial delivery across a complex digital services transformation project -managing negotiations, contract mobilisation, and ongoing governance. Working closely with programme, finance and legal teams, you'll ensure commercial objectives are met while supporting business growth and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead negotiations and contract mobilisation for a high-profile digital transformation programme
  • Draft, review and manage complex contract terms and change proposals
  • Oversee supplier and intercompany agreements
  • Manage commercial risk, pricing, and governance approvals
  • Build strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders

Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience in defence or other complex contracting environments
  • Strong knowledge of UK MOD frameworks and Single Source Contract Regulations
  • Skilled in negotiation, contract management and risk control
  • Ability to influence and work effectively in a fast-paced, matrix environment
  • 7+ years' commercial experience within large, multinational organisations

This is a key role within a growing digital team, offering hybrid working, long-term career development and the chance to contribute to major UK defence programmes.

Reach out if this could be of interest!

Job Details

Company
Arguile Search
Location
Newport, UK
Hybrid / Remote Options
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted