Senior Commercial Manager in Suffolk

Energetise Your Career with Framatome UK – Powering a Safer, Smarter Nuclear Future. Framatome is a global leader in nuclear energy, recognised for delivering innovative, value-added technologies that design, build, maintain, and advance the world’s nuclear fleet. With 20,000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide, we provide components, fuel, and control systems for nuclear power plants, along with a full suite of reactor services – all focused on improving safety, performance, and sustainability.

Key Activities:

• Ensure all Commercial processes (including Procurement) are drafted, implemented and followed.
• Contribute to developing processes to improve and maximise growth.
• Draft and develop, in conjunction with Legal, robust Commercial documents to protect the interests and maximise the opportunities for Framatome Ltd.
• Ensure that the organisation complies with the contract obligations as stated.
• Communicate with internal and external parties in a contract, so that all understand the terms and particularly the contracts financial aspects.
• Coach and develop employees on best practices for managing complex contract issues.
• Nurture relationships with clients to ensure long‑term delivery and value for the company.
• Train and/or mentor Commercial Team.
• Involve in negotiating and agreeing contracts prior to contract placement.
• Involve with the bid process to highlight commercial risk.
• Accept extra duties as situations arise.

Profile:

The Senior Commercial / Contract Manager should be a driven, strategic thinker who thrives in a challenging and dynamic environment, possessing not only the technical expertise but also the leadership qualities required to drive success across complex commercial projects.

Experience:

• Proven experience in a contract management/commercial management role, particularly in handling large multi-million-pound contracts.
• Solid background in corporate finance, with a strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and cost management.
• Extensive experience in complex negotiations and stakeholder management, demonstrating an ability to handle high-pressure situations with tact and professionalism.
• In-depth knowledge of contract terms and construction industry regulations, with the ability to interpret and apply them to projects.
• Demonstrated experience in managing teams, with strong leadership capabilities and a focus on building high-performing teams.

Personal Attributes:

• A confident and professional manner, with excellent presentation skills to engage clients and stakeholders effectively.
• Determination and resilience: the ability to stay focused and motivated, even in the face of setbacks or challenges.
• A passionate, enthusiastic, and charismatic approach to leadership, inspiring teams and clients alike.
• Innovative mindset, with a willingness to explore new ways of achieving results, and challenge conventional thinking when necessary.
• A positive outlook, always focused on finding opportunities in adversity, and an ability to maintain motivation in difficult situations.
• Assertiveness in ensuring objectives are met, with a results-driven attitude and the ability to make decisions and take action when required.

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) + Bank Holidays.
• 8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice).
• Individual and family private health care.
• Cashplan – Level 2 cover.
• Life assurance (4x salary).
• Employee assistance programme (EAP).

Job location: United Kingdom Sizewell (UK)