We are seeking an ambitious Contracts & Business Development Manager, for our global client, to play a pivotal role in driving company growth, securing new opportunities, and ensuring all commercial agreements are effectively managed from initial negotiation through to completion.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who combines strong sales and relationship-building skills with a sound understanding of commercial contracts, financial performance, and risk management.
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Job Title: Contracts & Business Development Manager
Location: Ashford, Kent. This is an office based position, working as part of a team of 6, with free parking right outside your office.
Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 + 8k- 12k com
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm
Annual leave: 25 days annual leave + 8 days annual leave
The Role:
As the Contracts & Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities while overseeing the full contract lifecycle to ensure profitability, compliance, and successful delivery.
Key responsibilities will include:
Business Development
- Identifying new markets, clients, and revenue opportunities
- Developing and executing strategies to support business growth
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders and clients
- Managing major accounts and acting as the primary commercial contact
- Leading proposals, tenders, and bid submissions
- Negotiating commercial agreements to maximise revenue and profitability
- Establishing long-term partnerships, frameworks, and strategic collaborations
Contracts Management
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating client, supplier, and subcontractor agreements
- Ensuring contracts align with company policies and commercial objectives
- Identifying and mitigating contractual and commercial risks
- Managing contracts throughout their lifecycle, from award through to completion
- Overseeing contract performance, variations, claims, and dispute resolution
- Maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring compliance with all relevant requirements
Commercial & Financial Management
- Monitoring contract profitability, costs, and margins
- Supporting pricing strategies and commercial decision-making
- Contributing to forecasting, budgeting, and business planning
- Tracking financial performance across projects and contracts
- Producing commercial reports and business performance insights
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Working closely with operational, legal, finance, and project delivery teams
- Supporting smooth project handovers from sales through to delivery
- Providing commercial guidance and support across the business
- Mentoring and supporting colleagues where appropriate
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Proven experience in business development, account management, or commercial management
- Experience negotiating and managing commercial contracts
- Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
- Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management abilities
- Good financial understanding, including margins, pricing, and profitability
- The ability to assess risk and make commercially sound decisions
- Strong communication, presentation, and influencing skills
- A proactive approach with a track record of delivering growth and results
Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
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Contracts & Business Development Manager £45k+com in Ashford employer: Office Angels Limited
Office Angels is an excellent employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its employees. With a supportive work culture, flexible temporary roles, and access to various benefits including weekly pay, pension options, and health support, employees can thrive in a dynamic environment while gaining valuable experience. Located in South Lanarkshire, this role offers the chance to work within a fast-paced operations team, making it an ideal opportunity for those looking to enhance their administrative skills in compliance and logistics.
