Contracts Manager

A reputable defence organisation are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to support on important bid and commercial activities within their growing Electronic Warfare (EW) Division.

• Role: Contracts Manager
• Duration: 6-month contract
• Pay: Up to £60 p/hr (Inside IR35)
• Location: Luton (Hybrid)

You'll play a pivotal role in managing high-value contracts, leading commercial negotiations, supporting business-winning activities, and shaping commercial strategy across key programmes and bids.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading contract negotiations with UK and international customers
• Managing the drafting, review and administration of complex contractual terms and conditions
• Developing and implementing commercial strategies that deliver the best outcomes.
• Supporting business-winning activities, proposals and bid submissions
• Producing compliant customer pricing and commercial submissions
• Managing contract performance, change control and commercial risk
• Drafting and reviewing:
  • Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
  • Software Licensing Agreements
  • Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs)
• Other commercial agreements and contractual documentation
• Working closely with Procurement to ensure appropriate contractual flow-down to subcontractors

You'll have the opportunity to engage directly with UK and international customers, influence major commercial decisions and work on your experience across a broad portfolio of contracts and bids.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience within Aerospace & Defence.
• Experience managing UK Government and international contracts
• Solid understanding of export legislation, import duties and taxes, commercial risk identification and mitigation
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Contract law and commercial principles
  • Business finance
  • Profit & loss management
  • Margin and mark-up calculations
  • Escalation mechanisms
  • Foreign exchange considerations
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to influence and advocate effectively at senior organisational levels
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills

If you enjoy complex contract management and have a strong background in defence environments, apply now!