Senior Commercial Officer

Senior Commercial Officer – Technology Sector

📍 Edinburgh (Hybrid – minimum 3 days on-site)

💰 £45,000 – £52,000 (DOE)

🕒 Full-time | Permanent

We’re partnering with an innovative, globally recognised software organisation at the forefront of uncrewed maritime technology to find a talented Senior Commercial Officer to join their growing Edinburgh team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment and is keen to develop their career in commercial management within a high-impact, international business.

The Role

As a Senior Commercial Officer, you’ll support the full lifecycle of commercial operations , working closely with internal teams across engineering, finance, and operations. You’ll contribute to the drafting, negotiation, and management of a variety of contracts, supporting bids and ensuring strong commercial governance.

This role is ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their career — combining commercial acumen with a genuine interest in cutting-edge technology and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a range of customer and supplier contracts.
• Provide commercial guidance across bids, proposals, and project delivery.
• Manage contractual obligations, change control, and risk mitigation.
• Support the development and implementation of commercial strategies.
• Build strong relationships with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with commercial processes, governance, and best practice.

About You

You’re commercially minded, confident in managing contracts, and comfortable engaging with both internal and external stakeholders. You’ll bring:

• A degree, professional qualification, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Solid understanding of contract law and business finance fundamentals.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• The ability to identify and manage commercial risks effectively.
• A proactive, collaborative, and solutions-oriented approach.
• Previous experience in the defence or technology sectors is desirable but not essential.