A leading defence organisation are seeking an experienced Commercial Contracts Manager to join a high-performing team supporting critical UK defence programmes.Role: Commercial Contracts ManagerDuration: 6-9 month contractPay: (Apply online only) p/day (Inside IR35)Location: Harlow (3 days onsite)Clearance: Active SC clearanceYou will act as a strategic business partner, enabling both the successful capture of new opportunities and the delivery of profitable programmes, whilst ensuring robust commercial governance across the contract lifecycle.Key Responsibilities:Lead the commercial and contractual strategy across major programmes, including management of key customer relationshipsDevelop and deliver innovative commercial solutions to support bids, proposals, and evolving customer requirementsNegotiate and manage a wide range of complex contractual agreements, escalating non-standard issues as requiredOversee contract change management, identifying opportunities and mitigating risks throughout the contract lifecycleProduce business cases, financial reports, and briefing materials for senior management reviewsProvide leadership, guidance, and oversight to contract professionals, fostering team capability and performanceAct as the commercial escalation point, resolving issues effectively and efficientlySupport the development, approval, and submission of bids and proposals aligned to business strategyThis is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of complex, high-value cont