At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage high-value contracts and ensure strong commercial governance throughout project lifecycles.
- Company: Established engineering business with a focus on innovation and excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Candidates must be eligible for SC Clearance.
- Why this job: Take ownership of complex contracts and make a significant impact on project success.
- Qualifications: Experience in contract management and strong financial acumen required.
Copello have partnered with an established engineering business in the recruitment of a Senior Commercial Manager to take ownership of high-value, complex contractual activity across the full project lifecycle. This role is responsible for ensuring strong commercial governance, robust contract management, and effective risk and opportunity control, while supporting delivery teams and senior stakeholders with clear, commercially sound insight.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing complex contracts across the full lifecycle, including change control, claims, and negotiations
- Identifying, assessing, and mitigating commercial risks and contractual exposures
- Ensuring contractual, regulatory, and governance compliance across all activities
- Acting as a key interface for customers and senior stakeholders on commercial matters
- Supporting negotiation strategies to achieve balanced, sustainable commercial outcomes
Requirements:
- Strong experience in complex contract management within a project-based environment
- Proven ability to manage commercial risk, change, and negotiation activity
- Strong financial and contractual acumen
- Experience with large-scale or highly regulated environments desirable
Please note, candidates must be eligible for SC Clearance.
Senior Commercial Manager in Southampton employer: Copello
At Copello, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored development programmes and opportunities to engage with high-profile projects in the engineering sector. Located in a thriving area, we provide a supportive environment where your expertise in commercial management can truly make an impact while enjoying a balanced work-life experience.
