Senior Commercial Officer | Defence Senior Commercial Officer | Defence | Active NV1 Clearance Required Your new company Join a major Defence setting supporting a high-profile aviation capability. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial professional to contribute to complex, long-term Defence programs. Your new role As Senior Commercial Officer, you will lead and support complex commercial and contract activities across the capability life cycle.

Key responsibilities include

Providing strategic commercial and contract management advice

Supporting procurement planning, tendering, negotiations and contract formation

Providing advice on commercial risk, probity, policy and legal compliance

Developing and reviewing key procurement and commercial documentation

Managing stakeholder relationships across Defence and project teams

Mentoring and supporting commercial and contract management colleagues

Ensuring activities comply with relevant Defence and Commonwealth procurement policies

What you'll need to succeed





Current active NV1 Security Clearance is essential

Robust commercial, procurement and contract management experience

Previous experience within Defence or CASG is highly desirable

Sound understanding of Defence commercial policies and procurement processes

Excellent stakeholder engagement, influencing and communication skills

Strong written communication and Defence documentation skills

Ability to operate effectively in a complex, fast-paced environment

What you'll get in return An opportunity to work on a significant Defence capability program in a senior commercial capacity, based close to Newcastle. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Please click here to apply.

📌 Senior Commercial Officer | Defence (Newcastle East)
🏢 Claire Pettitt
📍 Newcastle East