Contracts Manager

Are you an experienced Commercial professional with a background in the Aerospace & Defence sector? Join a forward-looking organisation at the forefront of technology, working on strategically important projects for UK and international customers.

The Role

As part of a multi-functional Integrated Project Team (IPT), youll play a key role in business-winning activities and contract management. From drafting and negotiating contracts to supporting bids and proposals, youll help secure and deliver complex, high-value programmes.

What Youll Do

Lead drafting, negotiation, and management of complex contracts and agreements (NDAs, software licensing, MoUs, etc.)

Provide commercial support across bids, proposals, pricing, negotiations, and change management

Manage commercial risk, ensuring compliance with processes and approvals

Represent the Commercial function in customer and supplier meetings

Build strong relationships with stakeholders to deliver value across projects

What Were Looking For

Proven track record in Commercial Management and / or Business Winning within Aerospace & Defence

Strong contract negotiation and administration skills in fast-paced, complex environments

Experience working with medium-to-high value contracts

Ability to work collaboratively within IPTs and manage priorities effectively

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to critical programmes while shaping the future of Aerospace, Defence, and Security.

Due to the nature of this role, applicants must be a sole UK national and either already hold, or be willing to obtain, SC clearance.

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Business for this vacancy.

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