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Contracts Manager
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Lichfield, Staffordshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Contracts Manager
Location: Lichfield
Salary: £Competitive + Benefits
Key Skills: Contracts Management, Engineering, Tenders, Bids, Proposals, Drafting, Reviews, Agreements, Negotiation, Commercial, Risk Management
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Contracts Manager to join our dynamic and growing organisation. This role is key to ensuring the effective commercial management of contracts throughout their lifecycle - from initial enquiry through to final payment and close-out. The successful candidate will take a leading role in tendering, contract negotiation, and ongoing commercial support, helping to protect the business's interests while driving successful delivery across multiple projects.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the commercial management of contracts from receipt of enquiry through to completion and close-down.
Evaluate and prepare detailed responses to customer enquiries and Invitations to Tender (ITTs).
Negotiate and manage prime contracts with UK and international customers, including the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD).
Draft, review and manage contractual documentation such as confidentiality agreements, consultancy contracts and software licences.
Act as a key point of contact for customers, managing relationships and ensuring contractual and financial obligations are met.
Provide commercial guidance to Programme Managers and Project Teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with contractual commitments.
Identify and mitigate potential contractual and commercial risks, protecting company cash flow and working capital.
Support trade compliance, import/export processes, and commercial governance activities.Skills & Experience Required
Proven experience in negotiating and managing complex contracts for the development, supply, or support of equipment or systems, ideally within the defence or engineering sector.
Strong understanding of industrial and commercial conditions of contract, including experience working with MoD terms and procedures.
Excellent commercial awareness, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
Skilled negotiator with strong communication, diplomacy, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
Confident working independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
High level of motivation and initiative, capable of managing multiple priorities.
Flexibility to travel within the UK and overseas as required, with occasional out-of-hours work.Perks and Benefits:
Competitive Salary: Attractive compensation package based on experience and expertise.
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and retirement plans to support your well-being.
Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
Cutting-Edge Projects: Engage in groundbreaking engineering projects that impact the industry.
Collaborative Environment: Work alongside industry experts in a dynamic and innovative setting.Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role in a forward-thinking organisation that values professionalism, integrity, and continuous improvement. You will be part of a collaborative and supportive environment where your contribution makes a ta
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