Commercial Manager -government and defence

7 Days Old

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 Responsibilities

Lead the commercial and contractual management of government and defence contracts
Ensure 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 profitability
Prepare 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 customers
Lead contract negotiations, amendments, and change orders
Manage and optimise allowable costs, contract profit rates (CPR), and financial performance
Support complex bid activity, including terms and conditions negotiation and contract setup
Work cross-functionally with Sales, Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, and Finance
Identify and mitigate commercial risks within a regulated framework
Contribute to the continuous improvement of contract management processes and compliance practices

What Were Looking For

Degree in Business, Law, or a related discipline
Proven experience in commercial or contract management within defence, aerospace, or a regulated industry
Strong working knowledge of SSRO / SSCR frameworks and UK government contracting
Demonstrable experience managing complex, high-value contracts (typically £5M+)
Strong background in contract negotiation and financial analysis
Ability to manage multiple contracts and priorities simultaneously
Excellent stakeholder management skills, including experience working with government customers
High level of attention to detail with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset
Advanced skills in Excel, reporting, and commercial analysis tools

Desirable Experience

Understanding of aviation, aerospace, or defence operations
Knowledge of UK procurement processes
Experience improving reporting processes or developing tools (e.g. VBA, automation)

Additional Requirements

Ability to obtain security clearance
Willingness to travel occasionally (UK and internationally)
Right to work in the UK

Why Apply?

Work on strategically important government aviation programmes
High level of commercial ownership and influence
Exposure to senior stakeholders and complex contract environments
Join 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. xbpsjku However, please continue to monitor our website vacancies for more opportunities.

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Location:: Oxford
Job Type:: FullTime
Category:: Management And Consultancy

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