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Arden White are currently recruiting for a Commercial Manager with a leading aviation organisation supporting high-value government and defence programmes.Below, you will find a complete breakdown of everything required of potential candidates, as well as how to apply Good luck. This is a critical, commercially focused role where youll take ownership of complex contracts within a highly regulated environment. You will lead on contract execution, financial performance, and complianceworking at the centre of major aerospace programmes that directly support national operations. If you have strong experience managing UK government or defence contracts and thrive in a fast-paced, stakeholder-driven environment, this is a standout opportunity. The Opportunity Youll play a pivotal role in managing the full commercial lifecycle of contracts across aviation services including MRO, training, retrofit, and support programmes. Acting as the key commercial interface with government customers, you will ensure contracts are delivered in line with regulatory frameworks, financial targets, and operational objectives. Key ResponsibilitiesLead the commercial and contractual management of government and defence contractsEnsure full compliance with UK procurement regulations, including: Procurement Act 2023 Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations (DSPCR) Single Source Contract Regulations (SSCR / SSRO)Own the end-to-end contract lifecycle, including deliverables, milestones, cash flow, and profitabilityPrepare and manage contractual reporting such as: Contract Pricing Statements (CPS) Contract Reporting Plans (CRP) Final Price Adjustments (FPA)Act as the primary commercial point of contact for government customersLead contract negotiations, amendments, and change ordersManage and optimise allowable costs, contract profit rates (CPR), and financial performanceSupport complex bid activity, including terms and conditions negotiation and contract setupWork cross-functionally with Sales, Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, and FinanceIdentify and mitigate commercial risks within a regulated frameworkContribute to the continuous improvement of contract management processes and compliance practices What Were Looking ForDegree in Business, Law, or a related disciplineProven experience in commercial or contract management within defence, aerospace, or a regulated industryStrong working knowledge of SSRO / SSCR frameworks and UK government contractingDemonstrable experience managing complex, high-value contracts (typically 5M+)Strong background in contract negotiation and financial analysisAbility to manage multiple contracts and priorities simultaneouslyExcellent stakeholder management skills, including experience working with government customersHigh level of attention to detail with a proactive, solutions-driven mindsetAdvanced skills in Excel, reporting, and commercial analysis tools Desirable ExperienceUnderstanding of aviation, aerospace, or defence operationsKnowledge of UK procurement processesExperience improving reporting processes or developing tools (e.g. VBA, automation) Additional RequirementsAbility to obtain security clearanceWillingness to travel occasionally (UK and internationally)Right to work in the UK Why Apply?Work on strategically important government aviation programmesHigh level of commercial ownership and influenceExposure to senior stakeholders and complex contract environmentsJoin a forward-thinking organisation with strong growth and long-term opportunities Apply Now If youre a commercially driven professional looking to make an impact in the aviation and defence sector, we want to hear from you.If you feel you have the skills to succeed in this role, please click to apply.Arden White specialises in technical engineering recruitment, and all job applications are managed by our team. We believe in the value of a personal touch, and we work hard to deliver aswift, professional, and friendly service for our clients and candidates. We are acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client for this vacancy, and whilst we are advertising the role, we are not the hiring company.Due to the high volume of applications, were unable to respond to everyone individually. If you havent heard from us within 14 days, unfortunately youve not been unsuccessful on this occasion. xjdpvnf However, please continue to monitor our website vacancies for more opportunities.