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Contracts Manager - Defence

Job Posted: 13 days ago

Salary: £ 65,000 - 75,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Witney

Expire in: 15 days

Job Description

Are you an experienced Contracts Manager with expertise in delivering defence-related contracts within advanced manufacturing, engineering, aerospace or defence environments? Do you thrive on managing complex contractual frameworks, mitigating risk and supporting programme delivery within highly regulated sectors?

Niche Recruitment are proud to be partnering with MGI Engineering to recruit a Contracts Manager for their growing business in Witney. Operating across the defence, aerospace, automotive, marine and motorsport sectors, MGI Engineering are experiencing significant growth within the defence market and are looking for an experienced contracts professional to support the successful delivery of complex engineering and defence programmes.

This hands-on role is centred around managing awarded contracts, supporting programme teams, ensuring contractual compliance and maintaining robust governance across a portfolio of engineering projects. Rather than focusing on new business generation, this position is ideal for someone who enjoys contract delivery, stakeholder management and driving successful outcomes within a fast-paced technical environment.

This full-time role offers a highly competitive salary alongside excellent benefits, within a dynamic and innovative engineering business. 

Key Responsibilities

Manage the delivery and administration of awarded engineering and defence contracts 
	
Support programme teams with contract interpretation, change control, claims management and risk mitigation 
	
Lead the negotiation and management of supplier and subcontractor agreements 
	
Ensure compliance with defence industry regulations, export controls and contractual obligations 
	
Identify, assess and manage contractual and commercial risks across complex engineering programmes 
	
Maintain strong commercial governance and provide clear reporting to senior leadership 
	
Collaborate closely with Engineering, Procurement, Finance and Programme Management teams to support successful project delivery 
	
Build and maintain effective relationships with customers, suppliers and key stakeholders 

Skills & Experience

Proven experience managing defence-related contracts within engineering, aerospace, defence, manufacturing or other technical industries 
	
Strong understanding of contract management principles, programme delivery and change management processes 
	
Experience negotiating and managing complex, high-value defence or government contracts 
	
Knowledge of DEFCON terms, FAR/DFARS, ITAR, export controls and defence procurement frameworks 
	
Excellent stakeholder management, communication and negotiation skills 
	
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines 
	
Experience working closely with senior leadership teams and cross-functional stakeholders 

Benefits

Competitive salary 
	
25 days holiday plus bank holidays 
	
Flexible benefits scheme 
	
Free breakfast 
	
Birthday day off 
	
Flexible working hours 

How to Apply

If you're an experienced Contracts Manager looking to join an innovative engineering business at the forefront of defence and advanced technology programmes, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Niche Recruitment for a confidential discussion

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