Principle Commercial Officer

Principal Commercial Officer – Defence

Location: Hertfordshire. Hours: 37 hours (no core hours) hybrid working 2/3 days a week on site. Salary: £50,000 plus a generous package.

Copello are working with a leading organisation in the defence and national security sector to identify Principal Commercial Officers to support high-value, complex programmes.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping commercial strategy and delivering contractual excellence within a highly regulated environment.

The Role

• Leading and managing commercial activities across the full project lifecycle




• Developing, negotiating, and managing high-value contracts and subcontracts




• Providing strategic commercial advice to internal stakeholders




• Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, governance, and procurement policies
  
• Managing risk, supporting pricing strategies, and overseeing bid governance

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in a senior or principal-level commercial role




• A background in defence, aerospace, nuclear, or another regulated industry




• Strong knowledge of contract law and negotiation, ideally with experience in DEFCONs or equivalent frameworks




• Ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders in a complex environment




• Eligibility for security clearance may be required

What’s on Offer

• The opportunity to work on nationally significant programmes




• Career development in a supportive and collaborative environment




• Competitive salary and benefits package

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