Commercial contract manager
Posted 6 days 11 hours ago by Arguile Search
Location: London/Bristol/Leeds - Hybrid role
Salary: up to £70k
Job Title: Commercial Contract Manager
Join a leading organization at the forefront of the IT & Outsourcing sector, driving innovation and sustainability in one of the most critical industries of the future. We are looking for a highly skilled commercial contract manager to manage complex commercial arrangements and negotiations during the pre-signature phase of our high-value contracts within the public sector. If you have a strong background in commercial management, procurement, and contract negotiations within IT/Software/Defence this is your chance to make a significant impact in the IT & Outsourcing sector.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead the commercial and contractual negotiations during the pre-signature phase of sector projects.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
- Ensure all commercial risks and opportunities are fully identified, understood, and managed in line with corporate and legal frameworks.
- Draft, review, and finalise commercial terms and conditions, ensuring they align with strategic and financial objectives.
- Collaborate with legal, procurement, and project management teams to ensure cohesive contract development and delivery.
- Provide strategic input to bids, tenders, and proposals, ensuring competitive and commercially sound solutions.
- Conduct financial assessments, cost analysis, and risk management to support decision-making.
- Report to senior management on the status of negotiations, key risks, and potential issues in contract finalization.
- Proven experience in commercial management, contract negotiations ideally in the IT, Software or Defence industry.
- Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Experience with high-value contracts and complex, multi-stakeholder negotiations.
- Proficiency in contract management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Work on exciting, high-impact projects with a global reach.
- Competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic and rapidly evolving sector.
Please contact Abigail Bailey for more information.