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What We Can Offer You:Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.Company Bonus: Up to 21% of base salary (based on company performance)Pension: Total contributions (employer + employee) of up to 14%Flexible Working: Open to applicants seeking flexible arrangementsEnhanced Parental Leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, plus enhancements for paternity, neonatal leave, and fertility-related supportFacilities: Excellent site amenities including subsidised meals, free parking, and moreThe Opportunity:This is a key position within a critical business area, offering the chance to directly support the company's strategic goals and contribute to its continued success.You will take ownership of the full contract lifecycle, from early-stage bidding through to negotiation, delivery, and final closeout of domestic commercial contracts.Key Responsibilities:Contract Negotiation: Lead the negotiation of commercial terms and conditions to align with business objectives and ensure complianceEnd-to-End Contracting: Manage the full route to contract, including involvement in bid submissions, cost generation, proposal writing, and contract draftingContract Delivery: Support the successful delivery of contractual obligationsthis includes managing amendments, assessing deliverables, and defining acceptance criteriaContract Management: Oversee contract performance through its lifecyclehandling renewals, amendments, and final closeoutCompliance Oversight: Ensure contracts meet legal and regulatory requirements, including ITAR, EAR, FAR/DFARS, and other defence-related standardsBusiness Development: Play a key role in winning new work and securing future businessRisk Management: Identify and mitigate contractual risks by working collaboratively with internal teamsStakeholder Communication: Act as the go-to person for contractual issues, supporting internal teams and liaising with external partnersReporting: Provide regular updates to senior leadership on contract progress, issues, and risksDispute Resolution: Coordinate with legal and internal teams to resolve any contract disputes efficiently and professionallyWhat Were Looking For:Proven experience in a commercial/contracts role, ideally within the defence sectorExperience drafting, negotiating, and managing complex contracts and agreementsExcellent attention to detail and analytical mindsetAbility to manage multiple contracts and priorities in a dynamic environmentStrong communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative approachFamiliarity with MoD contracting frameworks, including DEFCONs and QDCs, is highly desirable