Position Available: Contracts ManagerLocation: HertfordshireSalary: £58,000 - £70,000 (DoE) + BonusExperience needed: We''re looking for an experienced commercial professional with a strong background in contract negotiation and life cycle management within a complex environment or sector. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of MoD contracting and applicable regulations.About the role:An exciting opportunity has opened to join the Commercial team as a Commercial Contracts Manager, where you''ll play a key role in shaping, negotiating, and managing strategically important defence contracts.You''ll be responsible for leading high-value contract negotiations, managing agreements from bid through to closeout, and ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements. This role is critical to enabling successful programme delivery and securing new business in a complex and fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities:Lead the negotiation of contractual terms and conditions in line with company objectivesManage the full Route to Contract process: bid support, cost alignment, proposal generation, and negotiation of bespoke terms and conditionsProvide commercial leadership during contract delivery, including amendments, deliverables, and acceptance criteriaEnsure all contracts comply with applicable laws, regulations, and standards (including ITAR, EAR, FAR/DFARS, DEFCONs, and QDCs)Act as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external customers on contractual