Commercial Manager DV CLEARED
Commercial Manager (DV CLEARED) Job Type: ContractorLocation: Basingstoke on site + visits to other sitesRate: To be confirmed - opened to conversationsLength: 6 monthsMandatory: DV Clearance active; Defence sector experience We are seeking a Commercial Manager to lead and manage post-contract activities across various contracts. This role is crucial in ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, mitigating risks, and delivering value aligned with our strategic objectives. The Commercial Manager will serve as a key liaison among legal, sales, delivery, procurement, and finance teams, ensuring that business objectives are met with minimal legal and contractual exposure. Day-to-day of the role: Lead contract management and negotiation, including preparation of statements of work for governance approval.Collaborate with internal teams to achieve strategic goals and ensure seamless contract execution.Maintain comprehensive contract documentation and ensure compliance with governance policies.Create and manage templates for Statements of Work (SOWs), change orders, and other agreements.Deliver contractually required reporting and actively participate in customer meetings.Stay updated on IT law, data protection (e.g., GDPR), and commercial legislation.Support and develop members of the Contract Management team.Ensure all contractual documents are reviewed and approved by the Legal & Commercial team in accordance with the requirements.Engage with the Legal & Commercial team early in new contract or contract extension negotiations to agree on strategy and key legal issues. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience in leading contract management and negotiation.Strong ability to collaborate with multiple internal teams to meet strategic objectives.Thorough understanding of IT law, GDPR, and commercial legislation.Excellent organizational skills to maintain contract documentation and compliance.Strong communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement and team support.
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