Full job descriptionCommercial Manager - Dorchester
Contract law, commercial risk, complex negotiations, this role puts your analytical mind to work every day.
You’ll lead the commercial input on high-value bids, shaping the risk and reward balance from the outset.
This is a role built on precision, structure, and being trusted to get the detail right.
As a Commercial Manager, you will benefit from:
*Office based with Fridays worked from home
*A permanent role with genuine scope for career development
*The chance to specialise within the defence sector
*A structured, supportive environment where high standards are valued
*Exposure to complex, high-value contracts across UK and export markets
As a Commercial Manager, your responsibilities will include:
*Leading the commercial input into bids and proposals to develop a suitable risk and reward balance
*Leading contract negotiations with customers and key partners
*Providing a contract management service, ensuring performance aligns with contractual requirements
*Identifying and reporting key obligations, liabilities and risks to the business
*Applying company policies and procedures throughout the bid, negotiation and contract lifecycle
*Maintaining contractual records, correspondence and key decision documentation
As a Commercial Manager, your experience will include:
*A significant record of commercial management, ideally within the defence sector, across UK and/or export markets
*Drafting and reviewing commercial agreements, including terms and conditions, NDAs, MoUs, teaming and licence agreements
*Structuring, managing and closing complex negotiations
*A strong understanding of contract law and compliance and regulatory frameworks
*A relevant degree, and ideally membership of a professional body such as IACCM or WC&C, would be advantageous
*Strong attention to detail and the ability to analyse complex commercial issues
If you’re looking for a Commercial Manager role where your expertise is genuinely relied on and there’s real room to grow, this could be the next step. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Sophie at Rubicon for more information.
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