Defence Contracts Lead for Transformative Army Training

Prattwhitney; Warminster; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence training organisation in the UK is seeking a Senior Manager, Contracts to oversee commercial aspects of programs. The ideal candidate will manage a contracts team, ensuring effective communication with diverse stakeholders and driving innovation within defence training initiatives. This role requires significant experience in contract management within a regulated industry and a collaborative mindset to support the British Army's mission. Strong problem-solving abilities and leadership skills are essential.

Benefits

Strong benefits package

Ongoing development opportunities

Clear pathways to progress

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a commercial or contracts role, delivering services/products within a regulated industry.
• Experience managing medium to high value contracts (£25m - £200m+).
• Ability to work in joint or matrix teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial elements of contracts and create management strategies.
• Manage contractual issues and positions with legal counsel.
• Influence internal and external stakeholders effectively.

Skills

Team management

Stakeholder communication

Dispute resolution

Contract management

Innovation

Job description

A leading defence training organisation in the UK is seeking a Senior Manager, Contracts to oversee commercial aspects of programs. The ideal candidate will manage a contracts team, ensuring effective communication with diverse stakeholders and driving innovation within defence training initiatives. This role requires significant experience in contract management within a regulated industry and a collaborative mindset to support the British Army's mission. Strong problem-solving abilities and leadership skills are essential.