• Permanent
  • Sussex

PR/006529

Commercial Manager / Sussex / £50k-£55k + Bonus

Commercial Manager – Defence Contracts
Location: Sussex (Hybrid: 2-3 days in office)
Salary: Up to £55,000 + Bonus

Are you an experienced Commercial Manager or Senior Commercial Officer looking for a new challenge in the defence sector? We are recruiting for a leading organisation that delivers cutting-edge solutions for the naval defence industry.

The Role:

As a Commercial Manager, you will play a key role in managing high-value defence contracts, ensuring compliance, mitigating risks, and driving commercial success. You’ll be responsible for negotiating agreements, contract management, and liaising with key stakeholders, both internally and externally.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead commercial management of complex naval defence contracts.
  • Negotiate, draft, and manage agreements with customers and suppliers.
  • Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks.
  • Identify and mitigate contractual risks.
  • Provide commercial advice and guidance to internal teams.
  • Work closely with procurement, finance, and project teams.

About You:

  • Proven experience in a commercial/contracts management role.
  • Strong understanding of defence contracts and regulations.
  • Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-security environment.
  • Eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC level).

What’s on Offer?

  • Competitive salary up to £55,000 + Bonus.
  • Hybrid working (2-3 days in the office).
  • Opportunity to work on high-profile defence projects.
  • Career growth in a dynamic and innovative organisation.

For more information, please contact jake.currie@arguilesearch.com

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