Contracts Manager

A leading Defence organisation is seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to support on important bid and commercial activities!

Location:

Luton
Duration: 6-month contract
Pay:
Up to £500 p/day (Inside IR35)
Working Pattern: 1 or 2 days onsite

In this role you will provide extensive commercial support to business winning activities (bids, proposals, negotiation, contract acceptance) for significant value and strategically important bids for key customers.

• Draft, negotiate, and manage complex terms & conditions of contract, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
• Provide commercial input into bids and proposals, preparing customer-ready submissions and internal approvals.
• Administer contracts throughout their lifecycle, managing change control and obligations.
• Collaborate with Procurement to ensure contractual requirements flow down appropriately to subcontractors.
• Draft and review agreements such as NDAs, Software Licensing Agreements, and MoUs.

Successful candidates will have proven experience in commercial or contract management within Aerospace and Defence, handling complex and medium-value contracts in fast-paced environments.

• Proven experience within Aerospace & Defence.
• Strong knowledge of contract drafting, negotiation, and administration for UK and Export customers.
• Ability to manage commercial risk and deliver within fast-paced, complex project environments.
• Skilled in pricing, proposals, and customer negotiations.

If you're a Contracts Manager with Defence experience ready to take on a role in Luton, apply now.