Full job descriptionA reputable defence organisation are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to support on important bid and commercial activities within their growing Electronic Warfare (EW) Division.
*Role: Contracts Manager
*Duration: 6-month contract
*Pay: Up to £60 p/hr (Inside IR35)
*Location: Luton (Hybrid)
You’ll play a pivotal role in managing high-value contracts, leading commercial negotiations, supporting business-winning activities, and shaping commercial strategy across key programmes and bids.
Key Responsibilities:
*Leading contract negotiations with UK and international customers
*Managing the drafting, review and administration of complex contractual terms and conditions
*Developing and implementing commercial strategies that deliver the best outcomes.
*Supporting business-winning activities, proposals and bid submissions
*Producing compliant customer pricing and commercial submissions
*Managing contract performance, change control and commercial risk
*Drafting and reviewing:*Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
*Software Licensing Agreements
*Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs)

*Other commercial agreements and contractual documentation
*Working closely with Procurement to ensure appropriate contractual flow-down to subcontractors
You’ll have the opportunity to engage directly with UK and international customers, influence major commercial decisions and work on your experience across a broad portfolio of contracts and bids.
Key Requirements:
*Proven experience within Aerospace & Defence.
*Experience managing UK Government and international contracts
*Solid understanding of export legislation, import duties and taxes, commercial risk identification and mitigation
*Strong knowledge of:*Contract law and commercial principles
*Business finance
*Profit & loss management
*Margin and mark-up calculations
*Escalation mechanisms
*Foreign exchange considerations

*Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
*Ability to influence and advocate effectively at senior organisational levels
*Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
If you enjoy complex contract management and have a strong background in defence environments, apply now!