Commercial Manager IT/Tech Defence organisation - SC or DV Cleared

Commercial Manager (IT/Tech Defence organisation) - SC or DV Cleared

Job Type: Full-time, contract Location: Basingstoke/Bracknell - hybrid Rate: £650+ per day inside IR35 Mandatory: DV Clearance active / will consider SC Clearance Start date: ASAP Length: 6 months minimumWe are seeking a Commercial Manager to lead and manage post-contract activities across various contracts. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, mitigating risks, and aligning with strategic objectives. The Commercial Manager will act as a liaison among legal, sales, delivery, procurement, and finance teams to minimize legal and contractual exposures while ensuring business objectives are met.Day-to-day of the role:

• Lead Qualified Defence Contract (QDC) single source contract management, including negotiation and preparation of statements of work for governance approval.
• Construct overall QDC deal structures in collaboration with internal teams and Legal & Commercial (L&C).
• Provide QDC cross-training to other key internal commercial managers.
• Collaborate with internal teams to achieve strategic goals and manage delays to delivery with support from L&C.
• Maintain contract documentation and ensure compliance with governance policies.
• Create and manage templates for Statements of Work (SOWs), change orders, and other agreements.
• Support Business As Usual (BAU) contract management activities.
• Deliver contractually required reporting and participate in customer meetings.
• Stay updated on IT law, data protection (e.g., GDPR), and commercial legislation.
• Support and develop members of the Contract Management team.
• Ensure all contractual documents are reviewed and approved by the Legal & Commercial team in accordance with DOFA requirements.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in contract management and negotiation, particularly with QDCs.
• Strong understanding of IT law, data protection regulations, and commercial legislation.
• Ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent organizational skills to maintain contract documentation and compliance.
• Proficiency in creating and managing contractual templates and reports.
• Strong communication skills for engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
• Commitment to continuous improvement in contract management processes and templates.