Location: Flexible with travel to Portsmouth/London as required
Full Time, Permanent
Salary: £65,000 - £85,000 per annum plus benefits
Here at Serco, we are seeking an experienced Commercial Contracts Manager to work within the Defence Business Unit. In this role, you will provide commercial contracts expertise and support throughout the contract lifecycle, embedding good commercial contracts management. This will support sustainable growth and enhanced profitability, whilst also ensuring that the BU’s contractual and commercial risk profile is managed to an acceptable level.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a global business with extensive career progression across multiple divisions.
As part of this you’ll:
* Serve as a subject matter expert and business partner through the delivery of high-quality commercial contracts expertise throughout the contract lifecycle
* Proactively identify and appropriately manage contractual and commercial risks, disputes and resolution
* Lead on the negotiations of key contractual and commercial issues with customers, partners, SPVs and key subcontractors throughout the contract lifecycle
* Provide quality contract reviews, advice and support for the BU’s bids and pursuit of new business including:
o contract reviews, interpretation and risk assessments;
o preparation of bid responses relating to the contract terms (including assumptions and dependencies);
o negotiation and dialogue with customers on Ts & Cs matters;
o key partner and subcontractor negotiations and documentation; and
o contractual aspects of transition and bid to contract handover.
* Reporting to the Commercial Contracts Director and maintain strong working relationships with the BU Legal Director, Contracts Director / Sales Director, Contract Teams / Bid Teams, and Finance Business Partners to deliver optimal commercial outcome
* Proactively identify opportunities for contracts to reduce value leakage, improve contract performance and/or enhance profitability.
* Provide support as directed to due diligence projects or acquisitions or divestments or other special projects relating to the Business Unit.
* Appropriate and timely escalation/handover to Legal of unresolved disputes and other matters which require legal advice and expertise.
What you’ll need to do the role:
* Relevant professional qualification with experience in a commercial contracts role
* A good understanding of commercial contract management, complex contracts, performance monitoring (KPIs), complex contractual constructs in a services and projects contracting environment
* Strong contractual and governance background
* Demonstrable experience of balancing commercial, technical and legal requirements to achieve successful outcomes with acceptable risk profiles
* Experience working in the Defence Industry with a background in maritime desirable.
Why Serco?
Joining Serco means becoming part of a global community dedicated to delivering high-quality services that make a tangible impact on society. We provide career development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and an inclusive, supportive environment where you’ll work with industry leaders on meaningful projects.
What we offer:
* Company car / £4200 cash alternative
* Bonus scheme – 10% on target, 20% exceeding targets
* Pension – 6%
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Chance to contribute to innovation in the public services
* A company passionate about diversity and inclusion
About Serco
At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services.
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At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool.
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