Principal Commercial Officer Drive commercial success from concept to contract. An exciting opportunity for a Principal Commercial Officer to join a high-performing team delivering complex programmes from early-stage development through to contract execution. Youll play a key role in winning business, shaping deals, and ensuring successful delivery click apply for full job details
Apr 04, 2026
Full time
Principal Commercial Officer Drive commercial success from concept to contract. An exciting opportunity for a Principal Commercial Officer to join a high-performing team delivering complex programmes from early-stage development through to contract execution. Youll play a key role in winning business, shaping deals, and ensuring successful delivery click apply for full job details
Job Title: Principal Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Hybrid, 3 days on site weekly We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £50,000 Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space - there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role description: In this role, you will take ownership of reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts and commercial agreements with both customers and suppliers, seeing them through to completion. You will support the full contract lifecycle, from administration and managing change to configuration and closure, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Core duties: Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts and commercial agreements with customers and suppliers Provision of contract management support, including contract administration, managing change, contract configuration and contract closure Customer relationship management : applying a high degree of customer focus, developing and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Managing , developing and mentoring junior members of the team Essential skills: Excellent communication skills Experience in drafting, writing and negotiating contracts Demonstrable client/customer relationship management ; ability to forge strong working relationships Ability to present in senior management forums The Commercial team: As a member of the Commercial Team, you will work cross-functionally and with the customer. Your primary role will be to support the contact preparations, negotiation, bidding, writing and drafting, configuring, and managing of contacts. These consist of multi-function teams, such as Project Management , Engineering, Technical Specialist, and Supply Chain. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. We welcome applications from all candidates and give full, fair and open consideration to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss any further support you may need. Connect with us at Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date : 2nd May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Apr 04, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Hybrid, 3 days on site weekly We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £50,000 Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space - there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role description: In this role, you will take ownership of reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts and commercial agreements with both customers and suppliers, seeing them through to completion. You will support the full contract lifecycle, from administration and managing change to configuration and closure, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Core duties: Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts and commercial agreements with customers and suppliers Provision of contract management support, including contract administration, managing change, contract configuration and contract closure Customer relationship management : applying a high degree of customer focus, developing and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Managing , developing and mentoring junior members of the team Essential skills: Excellent communication skills Experience in drafting, writing and negotiating contracts Demonstrable client/customer relationship management ; ability to forge strong working relationships Ability to present in senior management forums The Commercial team: As a member of the Commercial Team, you will work cross-functionally and with the customer. Your primary role will be to support the contact preparations, negotiation, bidding, writing and drafting, configuring, and managing of contacts. These consist of multi-function teams, such as Project Management , Engineering, Technical Specialist, and Supply Chain. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. We welcome applications from all candidates and give full, fair and open consideration to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss any further support you may need. Connect with us at Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date : 2nd May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Andover, Hampshire Hybrid working £62,000 £72,000 + bonus + car Shape the future of a respected national body at the heart of a technically complex, safety-critical industry. Our client sits at the centre of the UK wet leisure industry. It safeguards standards, supports businesses and provides a unified voice for a sector that underpins public safety, professional integrity and economic activity across the UK. Although associated with leisure and wellbeing, pools and spas require rigorous standards and responsible regulation. When those standards are strong, trust is protected and harm is prevented. They play a critical role in maintaining professionalism and credibility across the sector. Representing over 300 member businesses and overseeing the delivery of the industry s flagship exhibition, our client works with government, standards bodies and international partners to influence policy and shape the sector s long-term direction. Following a long and successful tenure, the current Managing Director will be handing over to a successor, creating a rare opportunity to step into a sector-shaping leadership role.play The Opportunity They have strong foundations, trusted relationships and financial stability. The opportunity now is to strengthen and extend that position by growing membership, reinforcing commercial resilience and ensuring continued relevance in a changing commercial and regulatory landscape. This is a leadership role with genuine ownership. You will shape long-term direction, safeguard financial sustainability and represent the industry with authority, working closely with Boards and Committees while leading a capable team within a lean structure. You will be closely involved in both strategic direction and operational delivery, ensuring plans translate into measurable progress. The breadth of the role requires energy, sound judgement and disciplined prioritisation. You will move confidently between strategy and execution, diplomacy and decision-making, commercial focus and sector representation. The role is visible and carries real responsibility. For the right leader, it offers meaningful responsibility and lasting impact. Key Areas of Focus • Setting clear strategic direction and maintaining organisational alignment • Strengthening financial sustainability and supporting the continued success of their projects • Driving membership growth and retention while enhancing the value proposition for SMEs • Enabling effective governance through strong relationships with Boards and Committees • Acting as principal representative of the UK wet leisure industry • Leading and developing a small, talented, multi-skilled team About You You are an experienced senior leader who combines commercial awareness with sound judgement and professional credibility, whether from within the sector or from a related membership, regulated or public sector environment. You bring: • Experience working with Boards or membership-led organisations • Accountability for financial performance and income sustainability • A track record of strengthening membership engagement or commercial development • Confidence operating under scrutiny and navigating diverse stakeholder views • A pragmatic, hands-on approach alongside strategic thinking This role suits a leader who values responsibility and the opportunity to shape direction. You are motivated by long-term impact and institutional credibility, and you are comfortable operating in complex environments. You might be an experienced deputy ready for a first Managing Director role, or an established leader seeking meaningful influence and scope. Either way, you are looking for a role where you can invest your energy and make a lasting contribution. Working Pattern and Reward The role is full time with a hybrid working arrangement, combining time in the Andover office, home working and UK and occasional European travel. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, reflecting the responsibility, visibility and influence of the role. If you are ready to take ownership of a respected national body and strengthen its long-term impact, they welcome your application. You may have experience of the following: Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Executive Director, General Manager, Chief Operating Officer (COO), Head of Operations, Director of Strategy, Commercial Director, Membership Director, Sector Lead, Industry Association Director, Governance Director. REF-
Apr 04, 2026
Full time
Andover, Hampshire Hybrid working £62,000 £72,000 + bonus + car Shape the future of a respected national body at the heart of a technically complex, safety-critical industry. Our client sits at the centre of the UK wet leisure industry. It safeguards standards, supports businesses and provides a unified voice for a sector that underpins public safety, professional integrity and economic activity across the UK. Although associated with leisure and wellbeing, pools and spas require rigorous standards and responsible regulation. When those standards are strong, trust is protected and harm is prevented. They play a critical role in maintaining professionalism and credibility across the sector. Representing over 300 member businesses and overseeing the delivery of the industry s flagship exhibition, our client works with government, standards bodies and international partners to influence policy and shape the sector s long-term direction. Following a long and successful tenure, the current Managing Director will be handing over to a successor, creating a rare opportunity to step into a sector-shaping leadership role.play The Opportunity They have strong foundations, trusted relationships and financial stability. The opportunity now is to strengthen and extend that position by growing membership, reinforcing commercial resilience and ensuring continued relevance in a changing commercial and regulatory landscape. This is a leadership role with genuine ownership. You will shape long-term direction, safeguard financial sustainability and represent the industry with authority, working closely with Boards and Committees while leading a capable team within a lean structure. You will be closely involved in both strategic direction and operational delivery, ensuring plans translate into measurable progress. The breadth of the role requires energy, sound judgement and disciplined prioritisation. You will move confidently between strategy and execution, diplomacy and decision-making, commercial focus and sector representation. The role is visible and carries real responsibility. For the right leader, it offers meaningful responsibility and lasting impact. Key Areas of Focus • Setting clear strategic direction and maintaining organisational alignment • Strengthening financial sustainability and supporting the continued success of their projects • Driving membership growth and retention while enhancing the value proposition for SMEs • Enabling effective governance through strong relationships with Boards and Committees • Acting as principal representative of the UK wet leisure industry • Leading and developing a small, talented, multi-skilled team About You You are an experienced senior leader who combines commercial awareness with sound judgement and professional credibility, whether from within the sector or from a related membership, regulated or public sector environment. You bring: • Experience working with Boards or membership-led organisations • Accountability for financial performance and income sustainability • A track record of strengthening membership engagement or commercial development • Confidence operating under scrutiny and navigating diverse stakeholder views • A pragmatic, hands-on approach alongside strategic thinking This role suits a leader who values responsibility and the opportunity to shape direction. You are motivated by long-term impact and institutional credibility, and you are comfortable operating in complex environments. You might be an experienced deputy ready for a first Managing Director role, or an established leader seeking meaningful influence and scope. Either way, you are looking for a role where you can invest your energy and make a lasting contribution. Working Pattern and Reward The role is full time with a hybrid working arrangement, combining time in the Andover office, home working and UK and occasional European travel. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, reflecting the responsibility, visibility and influence of the role. If you are ready to take ownership of a respected national body and strengthen its long-term impact, they welcome your application. You may have experience of the following: Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Executive Director, General Manager, Chief Operating Officer (COO), Head of Operations, Director of Strategy, Commercial Director, Membership Director, Sector Lead, Industry Association Director, Governance Director. REF-
A rare opportunity has arisen to join The Place, a global leader in contemporary dance, as Chief Financial Officer at a pivotal moment of growth, investment and strategic transformation. The Place champions creativity, innovation and inclusivity through dance. From world-class touring programmes and the training of exceptional artists at the renowned London Contemporary Dance School, to extensive outreach initiatives and accessible community classes, As the organisation approaches its 60th anniversary, this is an exciting time to join during a period of ambitious growth and transformation. Reporting to and working closely with the Chief Executive, Clare Connor, the CFO will play a pivotal leadership role within the organisation. You will lead the Finance, HR and Operations teams, acting as a key strategic partner to the senior leadership team. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of The Place, contributing to major strategic initiatives including capital development and expansion projects. Key Responsibilities: Act as the Chief Executive s principal financial adviser, shaping organisational strategy through insight, modelling and commercial analysis Provide leadership across Finance, HR and Operations (Estates, IT and Visitor Services), ensuring alignment and efficiency across all enabling functions Lead long-term financial strategy, including multi-year planning and scenario modelling Drive digital innovation across finance and operational functions Deliver robust financial appraisal for estates decisions, including major capital programmes Provide financial leadership for commercial activities Oversee budgeting, forecasting and performance management processes Ensure strong financial controls, accurate reporting and high-quality management information About You You will be a: Qualified accountant with senior finance leadership experience Strong business partner with excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills Strategic thinker with the ability to influence at senior level You will have an interest in the creative industries and the mission of The Place. Experience or exposure to the charity, arts, culture or higher education sectors is advantageous but not essential Candidates stepping up into their first CFO role are strongly encouraged to apply. Benefits Salary: £90,000 - £95,000 per annum Annual Leave: 25 days + 8 bank holidays Hybrid working with office-working from central London office Theatre ticket allowance and free and discounted access to evening classes Weekly staff Pilates/Yoga class Subsidised café and bar prices Employee Assistance Programme delivered by Wellbeing in the Arts Payment for relevant professional fees / membership Ivy Rock Partners has been exclusively retained to manage this appointment. For a confidential discussion about the role and opportunity, please contact Holly Arrowsmith at Ivy Rock Partners.
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
A rare opportunity has arisen to join The Place, a global leader in contemporary dance, as Chief Financial Officer at a pivotal moment of growth, investment and strategic transformation. The Place champions creativity, innovation and inclusivity through dance. From world-class touring programmes and the training of exceptional artists at the renowned London Contemporary Dance School, to extensive outreach initiatives and accessible community classes, As the organisation approaches its 60th anniversary, this is an exciting time to join during a period of ambitious growth and transformation. Reporting to and working closely with the Chief Executive, Clare Connor, the CFO will play a pivotal leadership role within the organisation. You will lead the Finance, HR and Operations teams, acting as a key strategic partner to the senior leadership team. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of The Place, contributing to major strategic initiatives including capital development and expansion projects. Key Responsibilities: Act as the Chief Executive s principal financial adviser, shaping organisational strategy through insight, modelling and commercial analysis Provide leadership across Finance, HR and Operations (Estates, IT and Visitor Services), ensuring alignment and efficiency across all enabling functions Lead long-term financial strategy, including multi-year planning and scenario modelling Drive digital innovation across finance and operational functions Deliver robust financial appraisal for estates decisions, including major capital programmes Provide financial leadership for commercial activities Oversee budgeting, forecasting and performance management processes Ensure strong financial controls, accurate reporting and high-quality management information About You You will be a: Qualified accountant with senior finance leadership experience Strong business partner with excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills Strategic thinker with the ability to influence at senior level You will have an interest in the creative industries and the mission of The Place. Experience or exposure to the charity, arts, culture or higher education sectors is advantageous but not essential Candidates stepping up into their first CFO role are strongly encouraged to apply. Benefits Salary: £90,000 - £95,000 per annum Annual Leave: 25 days + 8 bank holidays Hybrid working with office-working from central London office Theatre ticket allowance and free and discounted access to evening classes Weekly staff Pilates/Yoga class Subsidised café and bar prices Employee Assistance Programme delivered by Wellbeing in the Arts Payment for relevant professional fees / membership Ivy Rock Partners has been exclusively retained to manage this appointment. For a confidential discussion about the role and opportunity, please contact Holly Arrowsmith at Ivy Rock Partners.
Bristol As a Principal Commercial Officer, you will manage Domestic Commercial contracts, through the contract life cycle from bidding and negotiation to execution and closure Salary: Circa £48 , 000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: The opportunity is to join an active, involved and motivated team committed to delivering Defence Capability to the UK Armed Forces and other customers, Business Winning - Being a key player in the winning of new contracts and agreements of medium to high complexity. Supporting the full Route to Contract and protecting MBDA's business interests, you will work in a multi-functional team in the Bidding process to generate proposals including reviewing and drafting contract terms and support senior commercial staff on major new business campaigns. Negotiations - With support, gaining acceptance and agreement on issues and amendments to ensure contractual compliance within agreed boundaries. Contract Management - Being a vital part of the delivery chain that ensures MBDA meets its promises to our customer on our Contracts. Includes change management, problem solving and administration. Commercial Risk and Opportunity Management: Identifying potential risks and opportunities associated with bids and contracts and working with various departments to develop mitigation strategies. Building and maintaining relationships with new and existing customers & industry partners, focusing on collaboration. Being the interface with internal project team(s) providing commercial advice Communicating with stakeholders at all levels, including reporting to senior management on the progress of your portfolio of work. Representing the commercial team in progress/reviews and/or customer meetings. Working under pressure to achieve deadlines. Day-to-day administration and maintenance of the Commercial Information Systems. Promoting best practice and functional excellence. You may have some supervisory/guidance over more junior staff including graduates and business apprentices What we're looking for from you: Advanced negotiation skills and interpersonal skills. Good process and change management. Experience of managing more complex, high value contracts. Effective team behaviours, influencing and team working skills. Experienced in a broad range of commercial issues and skills including bidding and contract management skills throughout the contract lifecycle. Commercial understanding from customer through to supplier. Awareness and practical applicability of Intellectual Property and its protection. Good understanding of contract law and its applicability. Ability to draft or modify terms and conditions. Understanding Liabilities and mitigating Risk. Awareness of Import and Export restrictions and licencing requirements. Ability to understand and use pricing and costing models. Good Knowledge of IT and Business Tools including SAP Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Bristol As a Principal Commercial Officer, you will manage Domestic Commercial contracts, through the contract life cycle from bidding and negotiation to execution and closure Salary: Circa £48 , 000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: The opportunity is to join an active, involved and motivated team committed to delivering Defence Capability to the UK Armed Forces and other customers, Business Winning - Being a key player in the winning of new contracts and agreements of medium to high complexity. Supporting the full Route to Contract and protecting MBDA's business interests, you will work in a multi-functional team in the Bidding process to generate proposals including reviewing and drafting contract terms and support senior commercial staff on major new business campaigns. Negotiations - With support, gaining acceptance and agreement on issues and amendments to ensure contractual compliance within agreed boundaries. Contract Management - Being a vital part of the delivery chain that ensures MBDA meets its promises to our customer on our Contracts. Includes change management, problem solving and administration. Commercial Risk and Opportunity Management: Identifying potential risks and opportunities associated with bids and contracts and working with various departments to develop mitigation strategies. Building and maintaining relationships with new and existing customers & industry partners, focusing on collaboration. Being the interface with internal project team(s) providing commercial advice Communicating with stakeholders at all levels, including reporting to senior management on the progress of your portfolio of work. Representing the commercial team in progress/reviews and/or customer meetings. Working under pressure to achieve deadlines. Day-to-day administration and maintenance of the Commercial Information Systems. Promoting best practice and functional excellence. You may have some supervisory/guidance over more junior staff including graduates and business apprentices What we're looking for from you: Advanced negotiation skills and interpersonal skills. Good process and change management. Experience of managing more complex, high value contracts. Effective team behaviours, influencing and team working skills. Experienced in a broad range of commercial issues and skills including bidding and contract management skills throughout the contract lifecycle. Commercial understanding from customer through to supplier. Awareness and practical applicability of Intellectual Property and its protection. Good understanding of contract law and its applicability. Ability to draft or modify terms and conditions. Understanding Liabilities and mitigating Risk. Awareness of Import and Export restrictions and licencing requirements. Ability to understand and use pricing and costing models. Good Knowledge of IT and Business Tools including SAP Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Job Title: Principal Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Hybrid, 3 days on site weekly We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £50,000 Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space - there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role description: In this role, you will take ownership of reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts and commercial agreements with both customers and suppliers, seeing them through to completion. You will support the full contract lifecycle, from administration and managing change to configuration and closure, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Core duties: Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts and commercial agreements with customers and suppliers Provision of contract management support, including contract administration, managing change, contract configuration and contract closure Customer relationship management : applying a high degree of customer focus, developing and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Managing , developing and mentoring junior members of the team Essential skills: Excellent communication skills Experience in drafting, writing and negotiating contracts Demonstrable client/customer relationship management ; ability to forge strong working relationships Ability to present in senior management forums The Commercial team: As a member of the Commercial Team, you will work cross-functionally and with the customer. Your primary role will be to support the contact preparations, negotiation, bidding, writing and drafting, configuring, and managing of contacts. These consist of multi-function teams, such as Project Management , Engineering, Technical Specialist, and Supply Chain. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. We welcome applications from all candidates and give full, fair and open consideration to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss any further support you may need. Connect with us at Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date : 2nd May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Hybrid, 3 days on site weekly We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £50,000 Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space - there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role description: In this role, you will take ownership of reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts and commercial agreements with both customers and suppliers, seeing them through to completion. You will support the full contract lifecycle, from administration and managing change to configuration and closure, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Core duties: Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts and commercial agreements with customers and suppliers Provision of contract management support, including contract administration, managing change, contract configuration and contract closure Customer relationship management : applying a high degree of customer focus, developing and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Managing , developing and mentoring junior members of the team Essential skills: Excellent communication skills Experience in drafting, writing and negotiating contracts Demonstrable client/customer relationship management ; ability to forge strong working relationships Ability to present in senior management forums The Commercial team: As a member of the Commercial Team, you will work cross-functionally and with the customer. Your primary role will be to support the contact preparations, negotiation, bidding, writing and drafting, configuring, and managing of contacts. These consist of multi-function teams, such as Project Management , Engineering, Technical Specialist, and Supply Chain. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. We welcome applications from all candidates and give full, fair and open consideration to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss any further support you may need. Connect with us at Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date : 2nd May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Hybrid, 3 days on site weekly We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £50,000 Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space - there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role description: In this role, you will take ownership of reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts and commercial agreements with both customers and suppliers, seeing them through to completion. You will support the full contract lifecycle, from administration and managing change to configuration and closure, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Core duties: Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts and commercial agreements with customers and suppliers Provision of contract management support, including contract administration, managing change, contract configuration and contract closure Customer relationship management : applying a high degree of customer focus, developing and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Managing , developing and mentoring junior members of the team Essential skills: Excellent communication skills Experience in drafting, writing and negotiating contracts Demonstrable client/customer relationship management ; ability to forge strong working relationships Ability to present in senior management forums The Commercial team: As a member of the Commercial Team, you will work cross-functionally and with the customer. Your primary role will be to support the contact preparations, negotiation, bidding, writing and drafting, configuring, and managing of contacts. These consist of multi-function teams, such as Project Management , Engineering, Technical Specialist, and Supply Chain. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. We welcome applications from all candidates and give full, fair and open consideration to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss any further support you may need. Connect with us at Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date : 2nd May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Hybrid, 3 days on site weekly We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £50,000 Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space - there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role description: In this role, you will take ownership of reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts and commercial agreements with both customers and suppliers, seeing them through to completion. You will support the full contract lifecycle, from administration and managing change to configuration and closure, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Core duties: Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts and commercial agreements with customers and suppliers Provision of contract management support, including contract administration, managing change, contract configuration and contract closure Customer relationship management : applying a high degree of customer focus, developing and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Managing , developing and mentoring junior members of the team Essential skills: Excellent communication skills Experience in drafting, writing and negotiating contracts Demonstrable client/customer relationship management ; ability to forge strong working relationships Ability to present in senior management forums The Commercial team: As a member of the Commercial Team, you will work cross-functionally and with the customer. Your primary role will be to support the contact preparations, negotiation, bidding, writing and drafting, configuring, and managing of contacts. These consist of multi-function teams, such as Project Management , Engineering, Technical Specialist, and Supply Chain. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. We welcome applications from all candidates and give full, fair and open consideration to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss any further support you may need. Connect with us at Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date : 2nd May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Senior / Principal Planner Location: Knutsford Working Pattern: Hybrid Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 plus benefits Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a specialist countryside planning consultancy in Cheshire with the appointment of a Senior / Principal Planner. This consultancy is recognised for delivering high-quality, well-reasoned planning advice underpinned by strong practical understanding and professional judgement. The Opportunity The Senior / Principal Planner will work across a diverse portfolio of countryside and rural planning projects, including: Rural diversification and farm business developments Estate planning and long-term land strategies Planning appeals, certificates and enforcement matters Complex countryside planning challenges Residential developments of up to 100 dwellings Commercial greenfield developments of up to 25 acres The consultancy places clear emphasis on quality over volume, focusing on meaningful outcomes that support clients, rural businesses and communities. The Role The Senior / Principal Planner will take ownership of projects from initial enquiry through to determination, with responsibilities including: Leading planning projects end-to-end Developing clear, robust planning strategies Explaining complex planning issues in a practical and accessible way Preparing high-quality planning applications and supporting documents Managing discussions with planning officers and external consultants Working directly with clients on matters of personal and commercial importance Contributing to a collaborative team structure that supports quality and wellbeing About You This role is suited to a Senior / Principal Planner who demonstrates: Strong professional judgement and decision-making ability Clear written and verbal communication skills Emotional intelligence and client-focused thinking Confidence in taking responsibility for work A practical, grounded approach to planning A purely rural background is not essential. MRTPI, RICS or equivalent experience is desirable but not mandatory where capability and professional maturity can be demonstrated. What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid working and flexibility High levels of autonomy with structured support A varied and engaging workload Long-term progression opportunities for the right Senior / Principal Planner Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates as soon as possible. If you meet the criteria above, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Senior / Principal Planner Location: Knutsford Working Pattern: Hybrid Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 plus benefits Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a specialist countryside planning consultancy in Cheshire with the appointment of a Senior / Principal Planner. This consultancy is recognised for delivering high-quality, well-reasoned planning advice underpinned by strong practical understanding and professional judgement. The Opportunity The Senior / Principal Planner will work across a diverse portfolio of countryside and rural planning projects, including: Rural diversification and farm business developments Estate planning and long-term land strategies Planning appeals, certificates and enforcement matters Complex countryside planning challenges Residential developments of up to 100 dwellings Commercial greenfield developments of up to 25 acres The consultancy places clear emphasis on quality over volume, focusing on meaningful outcomes that support clients, rural businesses and communities. The Role The Senior / Principal Planner will take ownership of projects from initial enquiry through to determination, with responsibilities including: Leading planning projects end-to-end Developing clear, robust planning strategies Explaining complex planning issues in a practical and accessible way Preparing high-quality planning applications and supporting documents Managing discussions with planning officers and external consultants Working directly with clients on matters of personal and commercial importance Contributing to a collaborative team structure that supports quality and wellbeing About You This role is suited to a Senior / Principal Planner who demonstrates: Strong professional judgement and decision-making ability Clear written and verbal communication skills Emotional intelligence and client-focused thinking Confidence in taking responsibility for work A practical, grounded approach to planning A purely rural background is not essential. MRTPI, RICS or equivalent experience is desirable but not mandatory where capability and professional maturity can be demonstrated. What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid working and flexibility High levels of autonomy with structured support A varied and engaging workload Long-term progression opportunities for the right Senior / Principal Planner Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates as soon as possible. If you meet the criteria above, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).
Job Title: Principal Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Hybrid, 3 days on site weekly We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £50,000 Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space - there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role description: In this role, you will take ownership of reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts and commercial agreements with both customers and suppliers, seeing them through to completion. You will support the full contract lifecycle, from administration and managing change to configuration and closure, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Core duties: Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts and commercial agreements with customers and suppliers Provision of contract management support, including contract administration, managing change, contract configuration and contract closure Customer relationship management : applying a high degree of customer focus, developing and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Managing , developing and mentoring junior members of the team Essential skills: Excellent communication skills Experience in drafting, writing and negotiating contracts Demonstrable client/customer relationship management ; ability to forge strong working relationships Ability to present in senior management forums The Commercial team: As a member of the Commercial Team, you will work cross-functionally and with the customer. Your primary role will be to support the contact preparations, negotiation, bidding, writing and drafting, configuring, and managing of contacts. These consist of multi-function teams, such as Project Management , Engineering, Technical Specialist, and Supply Chain. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. We welcome applications from all candidates and give full, fair and open consideration to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss any further support you may need. Connect with us at Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date : 2nd May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Hybrid, 3 days on site weekly We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £50,000 Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space - there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role description: In this role, you will take ownership of reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts and commercial agreements with both customers and suppliers, seeing them through to completion. You will support the full contract lifecycle, from administration and managing change to configuration and closure, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Core duties: Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts and commercial agreements with customers and suppliers Provision of contract management support, including contract administration, managing change, contract configuration and contract closure Customer relationship management : applying a high degree of customer focus, developing and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Managing , developing and mentoring junior members of the team Essential skills: Excellent communication skills Experience in drafting, writing and negotiating contracts Demonstrable client/customer relationship management ; ability to forge strong working relationships Ability to present in senior management forums The Commercial team: As a member of the Commercial Team, you will work cross-functionally and with the customer. Your primary role will be to support the contact preparations, negotiation, bidding, writing and drafting, configuring, and managing of contacts. These consist of multi-function teams, such as Project Management , Engineering, Technical Specialist, and Supply Chain. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. We welcome applications from all candidates and give full, fair and open consideration to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss any further support you may need. Connect with us at Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date : 2nd May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Hybrid, 3 days on site weekly We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £50,000 Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space - there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role description: In this role, you will take ownership of reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts and commercial agreements with both customers and suppliers, seeing them through to completion. You will support the full contract lifecycle, from administration and managing change to configuration and closure, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Core duties: Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts and commercial agreements with customers and suppliers Provision of contract management support, including contract administration, managing change, contract configuration and contract closure Customer relationship management : applying a high degree of customer focus, developing and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Managing , developing and mentoring junior members of the team Essential skills: Excellent communication skills Experience in drafting, writing and negotiating contracts Demonstrable client/customer relationship management ; ability to forge strong working relationships Ability to present in senior management forums The Commercial team: As a member of the Commercial Team, you will work cross-functionally and with the customer. Your primary role will be to support the contact preparations, negotiation, bidding, writing and drafting, configuring, and managing of contacts. These consist of multi-function teams, such as Project Management , Engineering, Technical Specialist, and Supply Chain. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. We welcome applications from all candidates and give full, fair and open consideration to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss any further support you may need. Connect with us at Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date : 2nd May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Hybrid, 3 days on site weekly We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £50,000 Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space - there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role description: In this role, you will take ownership of reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts and commercial agreements with both customers and suppliers, seeing them through to completion. You will support the full contract lifecycle, from administration and managing change to configuration and closure, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Core duties: Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts and commercial agreements with customers and suppliers Provision of contract management support, including contract administration, managing change, contract configuration and contract closure Customer relationship management : applying a high degree of customer focus, developing and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Managing , developing and mentoring junior members of the team Essential skills: Excellent communication skills Experience in drafting, writing and negotiating contracts Demonstrable client/customer relationship management ; ability to forge strong working relationships Ability to present in senior management forums The Commercial team: As a member of the Commercial Team, you will work cross-functionally and with the customer. Your primary role will be to support the contact preparations, negotiation, bidding, writing and drafting, configuring, and managing of contacts. These consist of multi-function teams, such as Project Management , Engineering, Technical Specialist, and Supply Chain. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. We welcome applications from all candidates and give full, fair and open consideration to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss any further support you may need. Connect with us at Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date : 2nd May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Hybrid, 3 days on site weekly We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £50,000 Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space - there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role description: In this role, you will take ownership of reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts and commercial agreements with both customers and suppliers, seeing them through to completion. You will support the full contract lifecycle, from administration and managing change to configuration and closure, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Core duties: Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts and commercial agreements with customers and suppliers Provision of contract management support, including contract administration, managing change, contract configuration and contract closure Customer relationship management : applying a high degree of customer focus, developing and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Managing , developing and mentoring junior members of the team Essential skills: Excellent communication skills Experience in drafting, writing and negotiating contracts Demonstrable client/customer relationship management ; ability to forge strong working relationships Ability to present in senior management forums The Commercial team: As a member of the Commercial Team, you will work cross-functionally and with the customer. Your primary role will be to support the contact preparations, negotiation, bidding, writing and drafting, configuring, and managing of contacts. These consist of multi-function teams, such as Project Management , Engineering, Technical Specialist, and Supply Chain. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. We welcome applications from all candidates and give full, fair and open consideration to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss any further support you may need. Connect with us at Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date : 2nd May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Hybrid, 3 days on site weekly We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £50,000 Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space - there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role description: In this role, you will take ownership of reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts and commercial agreements with both customers and suppliers, seeing them through to completion. You will support the full contract lifecycle, from administration and managing change to configuration and closure, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Core duties: Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts and commercial agreements with customers and suppliers Provision of contract management support, including contract administration, managing change, contract configuration and contract closure Customer relationship management : applying a high degree of customer focus, developing and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Managing , developing and mentoring junior members of the team Essential skills: Excellent communication skills Experience in drafting, writing and negotiating contracts Demonstrable client/customer relationship management ; ability to forge strong working relationships Ability to present in senior management forums The Commercial team: As a member of the Commercial Team, you will work cross-functionally and with the customer. Your primary role will be to support the contact preparations, negotiation, bidding, writing and drafting, configuring, and managing of contacts. These consist of multi-function teams, such as Project Management , Engineering, Technical Specialist, and Supply Chain. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. We welcome applications from all candidates and give full, fair and open consideration to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss any further support you may need. Connect with us at Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date : 2nd May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Principal Planning Officer - Development Management Hybrid Working (flexible office attendance) £50-55 p/h (guide rate) 3 Month Rolling Contract Job Ref - 65639 An opportunity for an experienced Principal Planning Officer in Development Management to shape and influence the future growth of the Council's area by managing high-profile and complex residential and commercial development schemes. The role involves providing expert advice to Members and stakeholders, mentoring junior officers, and contributing to strategic growth initiatives. Key responsibilities: Manage major residential and commercial development applications Apply planning legislation, policy, and best practice to proposals Coordinate technical reports and undertake site visits Liaise with internal teams, stakeholders, and partner agencies Negotiate S106 agreements, mitigation, and financial contributions Prepare committee reports and support planning appeals Advise senior leadership and support Enforcement Officers Communicate complex issues clearly to varied audiences Requirements: Extensive experience in Development Management of major/complex developments Strong knowledge of planning legislation, policy, and practice Proven negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to mentor junior staff and drive service improvements Confident presenting cases to committees and senior leadership Flexible hybrid working available to suit candidate availability. Please call Jake Herrington on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis at all levels of seniority. If this role is not quite right, feel free to get in touch to discuss other opportunities.
Apr 01, 2026
Contractor
Principal Planning Officer - Development Management Hybrid Working (flexible office attendance) £50-55 p/h (guide rate) 3 Month Rolling Contract Job Ref - 65639 An opportunity for an experienced Principal Planning Officer in Development Management to shape and influence the future growth of the Council's area by managing high-profile and complex residential and commercial development schemes. The role involves providing expert advice to Members and stakeholders, mentoring junior officers, and contributing to strategic growth initiatives. Key responsibilities: Manage major residential and commercial development applications Apply planning legislation, policy, and best practice to proposals Coordinate technical reports and undertake site visits Liaise with internal teams, stakeholders, and partner agencies Negotiate S106 agreements, mitigation, and financial contributions Prepare committee reports and support planning appeals Advise senior leadership and support Enforcement Officers Communicate complex issues clearly to varied audiences Requirements: Extensive experience in Development Management of major/complex developments Strong knowledge of planning legislation, policy, and practice Proven negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to mentor junior staff and drive service improvements Confident presenting cases to committees and senior leadership Flexible hybrid working available to suit candidate availability. Please call Jake Herrington on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis at all levels of seniority. If this role is not quite right, feel free to get in touch to discuss other opportunities.
Stock Condition Surveyor (M395)Reporting to the Principal Officer - Investment, this is a key role in the successful management of the Housing Stock data of over 5700 properties. You will be responsible for the surveying, collation and management of the stock data as well as the analysis of the data to assist in the planning and implementation of the capital works programmes. Stock Condition Surveyor (M395) The role requires a detailed knowledge of building construction methods and materials backed up with a formal qualification, the ability to identify and diagnose defects and arrive at appropriate solutions as well as experience of undertaking stock condition surveys. Stock Condition Surveyor (M395) You must also be able to work with stock data and systems, managing data and assisting in the creation of programmes for future capital works programmes to ensure continued compliance with DHS and other statutory requirements. This is an exciting opportunity to be an integral part of the Asset Team which focuses in delivering panned works programmes ensuring an excellent service to our customers Key Tasks Stock Condition Surveyor (M395) • Collation analysis and effective use of stock condition information from a range of surveys on all property assets including occupied dwellings, void dwellings, commercial buildings, garages, communal areas and public spaces. • Carrying out stock condition and related surveys - including Housing Health & Safety Rating System (HHSRS) surveys. • Contribution to the development of comprehensive and accurate stock condition information to support short, and long-term asset management planning. • Ensuring results of surveys are accurately recorded in the asset management system, in a timely manner, using hand-held data capture equipment. • Effective organisational, planning and report writing skills. • Full and clean driving licence with access to a vehicle to undertake site visits. • Delivery of an effective and appropriate service to all service users, fairly and without discrimination. Our ideal candidate will have excellent organisational skills, be computer literate, work well within a team of like-minded individuals. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, have a positive attitude and want to make a real difference to our customers every day, then we would like to hear from you! You should have a HNC in construction or an equivalent qualification in a construction / trade related discipline is required and a driving licence and access to a vehicle to travel throughout the Borough is required. The post is subject to a standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Stock Condition Surveyor (M395)
Apr 01, 2026
Contractor
Stock Condition Surveyor (M395)Reporting to the Principal Officer - Investment, this is a key role in the successful management of the Housing Stock data of over 5700 properties. You will be responsible for the surveying, collation and management of the stock data as well as the analysis of the data to assist in the planning and implementation of the capital works programmes. Stock Condition Surveyor (M395) The role requires a detailed knowledge of building construction methods and materials backed up with a formal qualification, the ability to identify and diagnose defects and arrive at appropriate solutions as well as experience of undertaking stock condition surveys. Stock Condition Surveyor (M395) You must also be able to work with stock data and systems, managing data and assisting in the creation of programmes for future capital works programmes to ensure continued compliance with DHS and other statutory requirements. This is an exciting opportunity to be an integral part of the Asset Team which focuses in delivering panned works programmes ensuring an excellent service to our customers Key Tasks Stock Condition Surveyor (M395) • Collation analysis and effective use of stock condition information from a range of surveys on all property assets including occupied dwellings, void dwellings, commercial buildings, garages, communal areas and public spaces. • Carrying out stock condition and related surveys - including Housing Health & Safety Rating System (HHSRS) surveys. • Contribution to the development of comprehensive and accurate stock condition information to support short, and long-term asset management planning. • Ensuring results of surveys are accurately recorded in the asset management system, in a timely manner, using hand-held data capture equipment. • Effective organisational, planning and report writing skills. • Full and clean driving licence with access to a vehicle to undertake site visits. • Delivery of an effective and appropriate service to all service users, fairly and without discrimination. Our ideal candidate will have excellent organisational skills, be computer literate, work well within a team of like-minded individuals. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, have a positive attitude and want to make a real difference to our customers every day, then we would like to hear from you! You should have a HNC in construction or an equivalent qualification in a construction / trade related discipline is required and a driving licence and access to a vehicle to travel throughout the Borough is required. The post is subject to a standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Stock Condition Surveyor (M395)
Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in the East of England in the search for a Principal Planning Officer to join their Development Management team on an initial 6-month rolling contract. We have a great opportunity for an experienced planning professional who can demonstrate extensive experience in large scale applications, both residential and commercial, and a track record of managing Planning Performance Agreements. To apply for these roles, it is essential that you have worked as a development management major applications officer in a local authority planning department or at an equivalent level in a private practice. The successful candidates must have good fundamental and technical knowledge and understanding of all relevant planning legislation and policies. You will need to have excellent communication and negotiation skills as you will be working in a team environment, as well as dealing with other professionals. We are looking for a motivated self-starter with a can-do attitude. It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have the eligibility for membership of RTPI. The council are looking for candidates who will be able to hit the ground running and carry out weekly/fortnightly site visits. Carrington West Pay Rate - £65per/hour (DOE) Job Ref - 65040 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.
Mar 31, 2026
Contractor
Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in the East of England in the search for a Principal Planning Officer to join their Development Management team on an initial 6-month rolling contract. We have a great opportunity for an experienced planning professional who can demonstrate extensive experience in large scale applications, both residential and commercial, and a track record of managing Planning Performance Agreements. To apply for these roles, it is essential that you have worked as a development management major applications officer in a local authority planning department or at an equivalent level in a private practice. The successful candidates must have good fundamental and technical knowledge and understanding of all relevant planning legislation and policies. You will need to have excellent communication and negotiation skills as you will be working in a team environment, as well as dealing with other professionals. We are looking for a motivated self-starter with a can-do attitude. It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have the eligibility for membership of RTPI. The council are looking for candidates who will be able to hit the ground running and carry out weekly/fortnightly site visits. Carrington West Pay Rate - £65per/hour (DOE) Job Ref - 65040 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.
Commercial Property Lawyer Camden Our Client has a hybrid contract position for a Commercial Property Lawyer. This role requires you to regularly attend at the office and collaborate face to face with colleagues across the Client. Have excellent legal practice management skills to include accurate and timely time recording, strong active file compliance and more. You will be comfortable working with a high degree of personal responsibility and independently when required. You will be encouraged to think creatively and contribute to re-shaping how we think about risk and governance for a 21st digital-era organisation. You will be thoughtful about a modern legal profession and its role in local public services. Experience working in local councils is essential. Experience You will have the following technical knowledge and experience: 1. Be qualified to practice in England and Wales as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives. 2. Demonstrable detailed knowledge of property law, particularly commercial property conveyancing. 3. Demonstrable working knowledge of local government law in the context of property law. 4. Ability to undertake, and experience of, the full range of land and property transactions arising from the Client's property portfolio, including the preparation, negotiation and completion of: Leases; Licences to assign, underlet, occupy, carry out alterations etc.; the grant of easements and wayleaves; the sale, acquisition, and registration of freehold and leasehold properties, both residential and commercial; and development agreements. 5. You will have a sound level of knowledge on the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act and related legislation around local authority building safety as well as a sound knowledge of various local government regulators and compliance requirements. 6. Demonstrable knowledge of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, particularly Part II, including experience of the grant and termination of protected and excluded tenancies. 7. Knowledge and experience of statutory provisions and guidance on regeneration projects, particularly the law and practice on compulsory purchase orders, and the ability to advise internal clients on issues around them. 8. Knowledge of the law and procedure of land registrations, particularly the Land Registration Act 2002 and Land Registry Practice Guides. 9. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) including literacy, tact and diplomacy and ability to advise competently on relevant legal matters. 10. Experience of advising clients on complex and /or sensitive matters and meeting deadlines. 11. Excellent demonstrable IT skills to include familiarity with the Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Teams, ideally Excel and Powerpoint). 12 Excellent skills in complying with in-house legal practice system requirements, to include, use of case management systems for effective file management (preferably iCasework), meeting time recording targets, file auditing, compliance and risk management practices. You will have 1. Excellent professional confidence to lead on difficult and high-profile property and development local government cases when appropriate. 2. Excellent organisational skills able to manage a complex and varied workload with a flexible and innovative approach to work, ensuring that deadlines and court directed deadlines are adhered to. 3. Ability to work on own initiative and with minimal supervision, to undertake research and be able to make accurate, considered judgements and decisions. 4. You will be an effective leader who is comfortable acting as an ambassador for legal services across the council, sharing good practice and encouraging innovation amongst colleagues, to include training/mentoring junior members of the team. 5. Excellent demonstrable ability to build partnerships and good working relationships both within the service, council and with third parties. 6. Excellent flexibility and confidence to adopt new skills where required to meet renewed corporate or member priorities within your area. At times this may relate to high profile matters which have significant media and/or public attention. 7. An ability to make accurate, considered judgements and decisions which supports the Client to achieve its goals in a way which is legally compliant, risk - aware but not adverse. 8. An understanding and commitment to the Client's policies on valuing diversity, equality and inclusion. 9. Experience of handling sensitive information under the Data Protection Act and the UK General Data Protection Regulation and ensuring confidentiality. The things you will achieve. You will be a trusted advisor and provide comprehensive, high quality legal advice within the area of specialism for the role. You will advise services and senior officers on the best course of action, drawing on your experience of developing innovative and creative solutions within the law. You will work both independently and in partnership with colleagues as part of a collaborative team in the delivery of the legal service and in respect of complex work or projects. You will build partnerships with officers (including Senior officers) within service directorates, to build good working relationships and you will provide high quality solution focused legal advice to officers across Camden. You will be proactive in your approach, identifying areas for improvement within work processes or opportunities for earlier intervention in council projects and activities to ensure effective delivery of the Client's priorities You will prepare and process a large volume of all casework related matters and find solutions for clients and members to achieve their goals and ensure compliance with the law. You will undertake effective case management to ensure relevant deadlines are met. You will be an effective advocate for the Client and sole legal advisor on legal issues the Client faces often on contested applications/matters. This could involve appearing in open court or in chambers on litigious matters as appropriate, making representations to the judge when appropriate You will make sound judgments on case progression based on all the evidence and identify any areas of risk to client officers and the Senior Managers and to personally ensure that all time limits and steps are complied with ensuring the Client achieves its goals in a way which is legally compliant, risk - aware but not adverse. You will be politically aware and bring any politically contentious matters to the attention of the Senior Managers. You will be proactive in undertaking legal research and in particular in respect of new legislation, court practice and procedures. You will support the wider team by preparing briefing notes and delivering training to others about the implications of that legislation. You will feel confident having robust discussions with external clients and lawyers, who at times may be challenging, taking a lead on correspondence and negotiations with them You will work closely with the Senior Lawyer, Principal Lawyers and Head of Legal Services, notifying them of any instructions or events that would result in a breach by the Client or an individual of any legislation, common law, standing order or rule or propriety or would constitute a course of action amounting to maladministration. You will be flexible and confident adopting new skills where required to meet renewed corporate or member priorities within your area. At times this may relate to high profile matters which have significant media and/or public attention. You may also be required to undertake any other duties and requirements appropriate to the grading of the post including other areas across the service. You will enable the effective decision-making process of the Client by checking and preparing reports for, and attending committee meetings, working party meetings and other meetings (which may be held outside standard working hours) in order to provide legal advice as and when required. You will therefore be confident building relationships with elected Members and other senior stakeholders You will be an exemplar of a legal services team which adopts best practice, making recommendations on any changes in policy or practice as and when appropriate. Proactive in your approach, you will seek out solutions rather than provide advice or support compliance as a default, acting as a role model for colleagues to adopt a similar way of working. You will mentor more junior staff as and when required to assist them in developing skills. You will be an active and compliant user of the team's case management and IT systems, ensuring you are using the system effectively to ensure proper records are maintained relating to all work undertaken. You will be an exemplar of time recording (and meet these targets), file compliance, risk management and other related good practice requirements of an in-house legal service. You will focus on the delivery of outcomes and the priorities of the Client
Mar 31, 2026
Contractor
Commercial Property Lawyer Camden Our Client has a hybrid contract position for a Commercial Property Lawyer. This role requires you to regularly attend at the office and collaborate face to face with colleagues across the Client. Have excellent legal practice management skills to include accurate and timely time recording, strong active file compliance and more. You will be comfortable working with a high degree of personal responsibility and independently when required. You will be encouraged to think creatively and contribute to re-shaping how we think about risk and governance for a 21st digital-era organisation. You will be thoughtful about a modern legal profession and its role in local public services. Experience working in local councils is essential. Experience You will have the following technical knowledge and experience: 1. Be qualified to practice in England and Wales as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives. 2. Demonstrable detailed knowledge of property law, particularly commercial property conveyancing. 3. Demonstrable working knowledge of local government law in the context of property law. 4. Ability to undertake, and experience of, the full range of land and property transactions arising from the Client's property portfolio, including the preparation, negotiation and completion of: Leases; Licences to assign, underlet, occupy, carry out alterations etc.; the grant of easements and wayleaves; the sale, acquisition, and registration of freehold and leasehold properties, both residential and commercial; and development agreements. 5. You will have a sound level of knowledge on the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act and related legislation around local authority building safety as well as a sound knowledge of various local government regulators and compliance requirements. 6. Demonstrable knowledge of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, particularly Part II, including experience of the grant and termination of protected and excluded tenancies. 7. Knowledge and experience of statutory provisions and guidance on regeneration projects, particularly the law and practice on compulsory purchase orders, and the ability to advise internal clients on issues around them. 8. Knowledge of the law and procedure of land registrations, particularly the Land Registration Act 2002 and Land Registry Practice Guides. 9. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) including literacy, tact and diplomacy and ability to advise competently on relevant legal matters. 10. Experience of advising clients on complex and /or sensitive matters and meeting deadlines. 11. Excellent demonstrable IT skills to include familiarity with the Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Teams, ideally Excel and Powerpoint). 12 Excellent skills in complying with in-house legal practice system requirements, to include, use of case management systems for effective file management (preferably iCasework), meeting time recording targets, file auditing, compliance and risk management practices. You will have 1. Excellent professional confidence to lead on difficult and high-profile property and development local government cases when appropriate. 2. Excellent organisational skills able to manage a complex and varied workload with a flexible and innovative approach to work, ensuring that deadlines and court directed deadlines are adhered to. 3. Ability to work on own initiative and with minimal supervision, to undertake research and be able to make accurate, considered judgements and decisions. 4. You will be an effective leader who is comfortable acting as an ambassador for legal services across the council, sharing good practice and encouraging innovation amongst colleagues, to include training/mentoring junior members of the team. 5. Excellent demonstrable ability to build partnerships and good working relationships both within the service, council and with third parties. 6. Excellent flexibility and confidence to adopt new skills where required to meet renewed corporate or member priorities within your area. At times this may relate to high profile matters which have significant media and/or public attention. 7. An ability to make accurate, considered judgements and decisions which supports the Client to achieve its goals in a way which is legally compliant, risk - aware but not adverse. 8. An understanding and commitment to the Client's policies on valuing diversity, equality and inclusion. 9. Experience of handling sensitive information under the Data Protection Act and the UK General Data Protection Regulation and ensuring confidentiality. The things you will achieve. You will be a trusted advisor and provide comprehensive, high quality legal advice within the area of specialism for the role. You will advise services and senior officers on the best course of action, drawing on your experience of developing innovative and creative solutions within the law. You will work both independently and in partnership with colleagues as part of a collaborative team in the delivery of the legal service and in respect of complex work or projects. You will build partnerships with officers (including Senior officers) within service directorates, to build good working relationships and you will provide high quality solution focused legal advice to officers across Camden. You will be proactive in your approach, identifying areas for improvement within work processes or opportunities for earlier intervention in council projects and activities to ensure effective delivery of the Client's priorities You will prepare and process a large volume of all casework related matters and find solutions for clients and members to achieve their goals and ensure compliance with the law. You will undertake effective case management to ensure relevant deadlines are met. You will be an effective advocate for the Client and sole legal advisor on legal issues the Client faces often on contested applications/matters. This could involve appearing in open court or in chambers on litigious matters as appropriate, making representations to the judge when appropriate You will make sound judgments on case progression based on all the evidence and identify any areas of risk to client officers and the Senior Managers and to personally ensure that all time limits and steps are complied with ensuring the Client achieves its goals in a way which is legally compliant, risk - aware but not adverse. You will be politically aware and bring any politically contentious matters to the attention of the Senior Managers. You will be proactive in undertaking legal research and in particular in respect of new legislation, court practice and procedures. You will support the wider team by preparing briefing notes and delivering training to others about the implications of that legislation. You will feel confident having robust discussions with external clients and lawyers, who at times may be challenging, taking a lead on correspondence and negotiations with them You will work closely with the Senior Lawyer, Principal Lawyers and Head of Legal Services, notifying them of any instructions or events that would result in a breach by the Client or an individual of any legislation, common law, standing order or rule or propriety or would constitute a course of action amounting to maladministration. You will be flexible and confident adopting new skills where required to meet renewed corporate or member priorities within your area. At times this may relate to high profile matters which have significant media and/or public attention. You may also be required to undertake any other duties and requirements appropriate to the grading of the post including other areas across the service. You will enable the effective decision-making process of the Client by checking and preparing reports for, and attending committee meetings, working party meetings and other meetings (which may be held outside standard working hours) in order to provide legal advice as and when required. You will therefore be confident building relationships with elected Members and other senior stakeholders You will be an exemplar of a legal services team which adopts best practice, making recommendations on any changes in policy or practice as and when appropriate. Proactive in your approach, you will seek out solutions rather than provide advice or support compliance as a default, acting as a role model for colleagues to adopt a similar way of working. You will mentor more junior staff as and when required to assist them in developing skills. You will be an active and compliant user of the team's case management and IT systems, ensuring you are using the system effectively to ensure proper records are maintained relating to all work undertaken. You will be an exemplar of time recording (and meet these targets), file compliance, risk management and other related good practice requirements of an in-house legal service. You will focus on the delivery of outcomes and the priorities of the Client
We have been exclusively appointed by our client company on a retained search for A commercially astute Commercial Director with strong strategic and financial acumen, with proven experience in building cost models and driving business growth, and the ability to provide clear direction and leadership to a capable but underdeveloped team. Below you will find a Candidate Opportunity Brief developed from notes taken during the scoping meeting (Situational Discovery) held between the Head of Executive Search & Principal Consultant of Ford & Stanley Executive Search and the General Manager of the business in question. This brief is designed to give candidates a deeper insight into the opportunity inherent within the role, the challenges the role presents, and provide access to the detail that sits behind the job specification. Client Opportunity Statements: We re looking for someone who can introduce clear processes, build confidence, and lead with intent as we scale out commercial function into a more mature, performance-driven operation Our pricing and margin models vary too much across contracts. We need someone who can create a unified, data-led approach that supports profitable growth and gives us commercial control. Challenges expected within the first 12 months include: The function currently lacks structure and consistency, as such the incoming Commercial Director needs to address the lack of processes, procedures, systems, contract standardisation. As the business grows, the cost models need to be fit for purpose, currently, there is no consistency to these cost models and uniformity needs to be achieved. The team have lacked true leadership, and we expect some resistance to change as higher performance is demanded across the function. Key deliverables within the first 12 months include: Define and implement a consistent costing model. In close collaboration with the senior leadership team, build a robust pipeline of opportunity. Analyse the capability of the current team, identify any gaps and implement practical steps to address these. Essential Hard Skills (Skills & Experience) Proven leasing knowledge with the capability of building pricing models and leading negotiations. Strong rail operations knowledge Have a strong commercial acumen with the ability to set a commercial strategy and lead new business activity. Line Management experience Bidding knowledge highly desirable Essential Soft Skills (Attributes & Behaviours) Dedicated and capable of prioritising the various responsibilities. Gravitas and has the ability to influence and persuade Exceptional negotiation skills Strong emotional intelligence, with an ability to navigate diverse stakeholders Natural commercial acumen that can think on their feet. Working Arrangements & Location: Hybrid working model Based in Derbyshire office, with 1 day working from home and another optional on client visits. Interview Process: 1st Stage Face-to-face interview with General Manager, and HR & Administration Manager. 2nd Stage Face-to-face interview with General Manager & Chief Executive Officer. Good to know: The working environment can be described as agile, quick, and unaffected by red tape. With a headcount of 75, this is an SME with an incredible passion for the products, industry, progress and achievements of the collective. With a culture of name, not a number , this is a business where everyone knows everyone, and this sets the business apart from other businesses in the Freight Sector. It has been identified that there is a lack of leadership in the commercial function and as a result capability gaps in the team. The incoming Commercial Director needs to develop the team culture and clearly define the mission surrounding growth of the division. The Commercial Director will play a pivotal role in shaping the company s commercial strategy, building robust costing models and leading both a capable and under-directed team. We need the incoming Commercial Director to drive consistency in contracts, processes and system utilisation. In conjunction with the above, we need the successful candidate to build a strong pipeline and identify opportunities for growth. A major project, and indeed focus area of this role, for the company involves the introduction of a new product into the market. Early tests have shown exceptional capabilities and the product is described as being among the best in the sector. This is gaining a lot of interest, and the initial order numbers will likely be doubled. Budget: Low: £90,(Apply online only) Mid: £95,(Apply online only) High: £100,(Apply online only) Supporting benefits Bonus: 10% of annual salary, structure and earning metric to be defined. Pension 8% Employer contribution. Executive Search Delivery Team: Head of Executive Search, Tom Norton: Client & Opportunity Management, Client Advisory, Recommendations & Offer Negotiation. Principal Consultant, Billy Jackson: Longlisting, Networking, Research & Search, Interviews, Data & Market Intel & shortlist presentation. About Ford & Stanley Executive Search: Please see supporting appendix : Executive Search Candidate Journey Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley Executive Search are that of an executive search and talent advisory business.
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
We have been exclusively appointed by our client company on a retained search for A commercially astute Commercial Director with strong strategic and financial acumen, with proven experience in building cost models and driving business growth, and the ability to provide clear direction and leadership to a capable but underdeveloped team. Below you will find a Candidate Opportunity Brief developed from notes taken during the scoping meeting (Situational Discovery) held between the Head of Executive Search & Principal Consultant of Ford & Stanley Executive Search and the General Manager of the business in question. This brief is designed to give candidates a deeper insight into the opportunity inherent within the role, the challenges the role presents, and provide access to the detail that sits behind the job specification. Client Opportunity Statements: We re looking for someone who can introduce clear processes, build confidence, and lead with intent as we scale out commercial function into a more mature, performance-driven operation Our pricing and margin models vary too much across contracts. We need someone who can create a unified, data-led approach that supports profitable growth and gives us commercial control. Challenges expected within the first 12 months include: The function currently lacks structure and consistency, as such the incoming Commercial Director needs to address the lack of processes, procedures, systems, contract standardisation. As the business grows, the cost models need to be fit for purpose, currently, there is no consistency to these cost models and uniformity needs to be achieved. The team have lacked true leadership, and we expect some resistance to change as higher performance is demanded across the function. Key deliverables within the first 12 months include: Define and implement a consistent costing model. In close collaboration with the senior leadership team, build a robust pipeline of opportunity. Analyse the capability of the current team, identify any gaps and implement practical steps to address these. Essential Hard Skills (Skills & Experience) Proven leasing knowledge with the capability of building pricing models and leading negotiations. Strong rail operations knowledge Have a strong commercial acumen with the ability to set a commercial strategy and lead new business activity. Line Management experience Bidding knowledge highly desirable Essential Soft Skills (Attributes & Behaviours) Dedicated and capable of prioritising the various responsibilities. Gravitas and has the ability to influence and persuade Exceptional negotiation skills Strong emotional intelligence, with an ability to navigate diverse stakeholders Natural commercial acumen that can think on their feet. Working Arrangements & Location: Hybrid working model Based in Derbyshire office, with 1 day working from home and another optional on client visits. Interview Process: 1st Stage Face-to-face interview with General Manager, and HR & Administration Manager. 2nd Stage Face-to-face interview with General Manager & Chief Executive Officer. Good to know: The working environment can be described as agile, quick, and unaffected by red tape. With a headcount of 75, this is an SME with an incredible passion for the products, industry, progress and achievements of the collective. With a culture of name, not a number , this is a business where everyone knows everyone, and this sets the business apart from other businesses in the Freight Sector. It has been identified that there is a lack of leadership in the commercial function and as a result capability gaps in the team. The incoming Commercial Director needs to develop the team culture and clearly define the mission surrounding growth of the division. The Commercial Director will play a pivotal role in shaping the company s commercial strategy, building robust costing models and leading both a capable and under-directed team. We need the incoming Commercial Director to drive consistency in contracts, processes and system utilisation. In conjunction with the above, we need the successful candidate to build a strong pipeline and identify opportunities for growth. A major project, and indeed focus area of this role, for the company involves the introduction of a new product into the market. Early tests have shown exceptional capabilities and the product is described as being among the best in the sector. This is gaining a lot of interest, and the initial order numbers will likely be doubled. Budget: Low: £90,(Apply online only) Mid: £95,(Apply online only) High: £100,(Apply online only) Supporting benefits Bonus: 10% of annual salary, structure and earning metric to be defined. Pension 8% Employer contribution. Executive Search Delivery Team: Head of Executive Search, Tom Norton: Client & Opportunity Management, Client Advisory, Recommendations & Offer Negotiation. Principal Consultant, Billy Jackson: Longlisting, Networking, Research & Search, Interviews, Data & Market Intel & shortlist presentation. About Ford & Stanley Executive Search: Please see supporting appendix : Executive Search Candidate Journey Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley Executive Search are that of an executive search and talent advisory business.
Job Title: Principal Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness (3 days per week onsite) Salary: £43,000+ depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts and commercial agreements with customers and suppliers Provision of contract management support, including contract administration, managing change, contract configuration and contract closure Customer relationship management: applying a high degree of customer focus, developing and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Managing, developing and mentoring junior members of the team Your skills and experiences: Essential: Excellent communication skills Experience in drafting, writing and negotiating contracts Demonstrable client/customer relationship management; ability to forge strong working relationships Ability to present in senior management forums Desirable: Knowledge of terms and conditions, types of contracts, commercial skillset, risks and opportunities Defence sector experience Experience in managing and developing others Business acumen and Submarines product knowledge Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Commercial team: As a member of the Commercial Team, you will work cross-functionally and with the customer. Your primary role will be to support the contact preparations, negotiation, bidding, writing and drafting, configuring, and managing of contacts. These consist of multi-function teams, such as Project Management, Engineering, Technical Specialist, and Supply Chain. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 9th October 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Principal Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness (3 days per week onsite) Salary: £43,000+ depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts and commercial agreements with customers and suppliers Provision of contract management support, including contract administration, managing change, contract configuration and contract closure Customer relationship management: applying a high degree of customer focus, developing and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Managing, developing and mentoring junior members of the team Your skills and experiences: Essential: Excellent communication skills Experience in drafting, writing and negotiating contracts Demonstrable client/customer relationship management; ability to forge strong working relationships Ability to present in senior management forums Desirable: Knowledge of terms and conditions, types of contracts, commercial skillset, risks and opportunities Defence sector experience Experience in managing and developing others Business acumen and Submarines product knowledge Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Commercial team: As a member of the Commercial Team, you will work cross-functionally and with the customer. Your primary role will be to support the contact preparations, negotiation, bidding, writing and drafting, configuring, and managing of contacts. These consist of multi-function teams, such as Project Management, Engineering, Technical Specialist, and Supply Chain. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 9th October 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness (3 days per week onsite) Salary: £43,000+ depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts and commercial agreements with customers and suppliers Provision of contract management support, including contract administration, managing change, contract configuration and contract closure Customer relationship management: applying a high degree of customer focus, developing and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Managing, developing and mentoring junior members of the team Your skills and experiences: Essential: Excellent communication skills Experience in drafting, writing and negotiating contracts Demonstrable client/customer relationship management; ability to forge strong working relationships Ability to present in senior management forums Desirable: Knowledge of terms and conditions, types of contracts, commercial skillset, risks and opportunities Defence sector experience Experience in managing and developing others Business acumen and Submarines product knowledge Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Commercial team: As a member of the Commercial Team, you will work cross-functionally and with the customer. Your primary role will be to support the contact preparations, negotiation, bidding, writing and drafting, configuring, and managing of contacts. These consist of multi-function teams, such as Project Management, Engineering, Technical Specialist, and Supply Chain. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 9th October 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Principal Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness (3 days per week onsite) Salary: £43,000+ depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts and commercial agreements with customers and suppliers Provision of contract management support, including contract administration, managing change, contract configuration and contract closure Customer relationship management: applying a high degree of customer focus, developing and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Managing, developing and mentoring junior members of the team Your skills and experiences: Essential: Excellent communication skills Experience in drafting, writing and negotiating contracts Demonstrable client/customer relationship management; ability to forge strong working relationships Ability to present in senior management forums Desirable: Knowledge of terms and conditions, types of contracts, commercial skillset, risks and opportunities Defence sector experience Experience in managing and developing others Business acumen and Submarines product knowledge Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Commercial team: As a member of the Commercial Team, you will work cross-functionally and with the customer. Your primary role will be to support the contact preparations, negotiation, bidding, writing and drafting, configuring, and managing of contacts. These consist of multi-function teams, such as Project Management, Engineering, Technical Specialist, and Supply Chain. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 9th October 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness (3 days per week onsite) Salary: £43,000+ depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts and commercial agreements with customers and suppliers Provision of contract management support, including contract administration, managing change, contract configuration and contract closure Customer relationship management: applying a high degree of customer focus, developing and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Managing, developing and mentoring junior members of the team Your skills and experiences: Essential: Excellent communication skills Experience in drafting, writing and negotiating contracts Demonstrable client/customer relationship management; ability to forge strong working relationships Ability to present in senior management forums Desirable: Knowledge of terms and conditions, types of contracts, commercial skillset, risks and opportunities Defence sector experience Experience in managing and developing others Business acumen and Submarines product knowledge Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Commercial team: As a member of the Commercial Team, you will work cross-functionally and with the customer. Your primary role will be to support the contact preparations, negotiation, bidding, writing and drafting, configuring, and managing of contacts. These consist of multi-function teams, such as Project Management, Engineering, Technical Specialist, and Supply Chain. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 9th October 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Principal Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness (3 days per week onsite) Salary: £43,000+ depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts and commercial agreements with customers and suppliers Provision of contract management support, including contract administration, managing change, contract configuration and contract closure Customer relationship management: applying a high degree of customer focus, developing and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Managing, developing and mentoring junior members of the team Your skills and experiences: Essential: Excellent communication skills Experience in drafting, writing and negotiating contracts Demonstrable client/customer relationship management; ability to forge strong working relationships Ability to present in senior management forums Desirable: Knowledge of terms and conditions, types of contracts, commercial skillset, risks and opportunities Defence sector experience Experience in managing and developing others Business acumen and Submarines product knowledge Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Commercial team: As a member of the Commercial Team, you will work cross-functionally and with the customer. Your primary role will be to support the contact preparations, negotiation, bidding, writing and drafting, configuring, and managing of contacts. These consist of multi-function teams, such as Project Management, Engineering, Technical Specialist, and Supply Chain. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 9th October 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness (3 days per week onsite) Salary: £43,000+ depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts and commercial agreements with customers and suppliers Provision of contract management support, including contract administration, managing change, contract configuration and contract closure Customer relationship management: applying a high degree of customer focus, developing and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Managing, developing and mentoring junior members of the team Your skills and experiences: Essential: Excellent communication skills Experience in drafting, writing and negotiating contracts Demonstrable client/customer relationship management; ability to forge strong working relationships Ability to present in senior management forums Desirable: Knowledge of terms and conditions, types of contracts, commercial skillset, risks and opportunities Defence sector experience Experience in managing and developing others Business acumen and Submarines product knowledge Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Commercial team: As a member of the Commercial Team, you will work cross-functionally and with the customer. Your primary role will be to support the contact preparations, negotiation, bidding, writing and drafting, configuring, and managing of contacts. These consist of multi-function teams, such as Project Management, Engineering, Technical Specialist, and Supply Chain. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 9th October 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Principal Commercial Officer Location: Barrow-in-Furness (3 days per week onsite) Salary: £43,000+ depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Reviewing, drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts and commercial agreements with customers and suppliers Provision of contract management support, including contract administration, managing change, contract configuration and contract closure Customer relationship management: applying a high degree of customer focus, developing and maintaining relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Managing, developing and mentoring junior members of the team Your skills and experiences: Essential: Excellent communication skills Experience in drafting, writing and negotiating contracts Demonstrable client/customer relationship management; ability to forge strong working relationships Ability to present in senior management forums Desirable: Knowledge of terms and conditions, types of contracts, commercial skillset, risks and opportunities Defence sector experience Experience in managing and developing others Business acumen and Submarines product knowledge Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Commercial team: As a member of the Commercial Team, you will work cross-functionally and with the customer. Your primary role will be to support the contact preparations, negotiation, bidding, writing and drafting, configuring, and managing of contacts. These consist of multi-function teams, such as Project Management, Engineering, Technical Specialist, and Supply Chain. Career Development is fully supported within the team, with the opportunity to move up to management level along with skillset development through further education and recognised training to facilitate lateral moves within the wider BAE business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 9th October 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
