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Commercial Manager Defence Industry
Job Posted: 15 days ago
Salary: £ 75,000 - 85,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bristol
Expire in: 12 days
Job Description
Commercial Manager
Multiple hybrid locations available (Bristol, Portsmouth, London, Surrey, Manchester)
UK Citizenship required to meet Defence Industry Clearance requirements.
£75,000 - £85,000 + Bonus and extensive flexible benefits package.
Are you an experienced Commercial Manager who thrives on autonomy and wants to make a direct impact?
Do you have the confidence to sit at the table with clients, lead negotiations, and shape commercial strategy - not just follow it?
We're looking for a self-driven enabler to join as a Commercial Manager within our market-facing leadership team. This is a role for someone who can think strategically, cut through complexity, and deliver commercial outcomes that truly move the dial.
What You'll Do
Act as a trusted advisor to leadership and clients, shaping deals and projects for maximum value.
Own contract negotiations and commercial governance, ensuring favourable terms and compliance.
Partner with finance, legal, and procurement to build simple, actionable solutions to complex challenges.
Provide clear, data-driven insights that enhance profitability and long-term growth.
Build and maintain strong client relationships, being the face of commercial excellence.
Proactively manage risk and enable sustainable, profitable delivery.
What We're Looking For
Extensive experience in a senior commercial or financial role, ideally with exposure to Defence, Aerospace, Security, or similar regulated industries.
A proven track record of business partnering and strategic planning.
Strong negotiator with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Commercially sharp, entrepreneurial, and comfortable operating with autonomy.
Ability to translate complexity into clarity, providing actionable recommendations.
Someone who's not just part of the process - but shaping the outcome.
Why Join?
Competitive salary (£75k-£85k) + performance bonus and great benefits package
Hybrid flexibility - UK-wide office locations considered
Private healthcare, enhanced parental benefits, pension, life assurance
25 days holiday (plus ability to buy more)
Professional development & paid memberships
If you have Defence industry experience, strong commercial acumen, and the drive to operate at the heart of client and business decisions, this role will give you the platform and autonomy to excel in your career.
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