Commercial Officer

Interim Commercial Officer – Defence (12-Month Maternity Cover)

We are currently seeking an experienced Commercial Officer to join a high-profile MOD programme on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a critical defence project, supporting post-contract commercial activities within a complex delivery environment.

Location: Bristol (hybrid working options available)

Security Clearance: Active SC clearance required

Contract Type: Inside IR35

Day Rate: £300–£350 per day (umbrella)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support post-contract commercial management across a major MOD programme
• Manage supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations
• Handle contract variations, change control, and commercial risk mitigation
• Provide commercial insight and guidance to project and programme stakeholders
• Support dispute resolution and contract close-out activities as needed

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in a Commercial Officer or similar role within defence or government programmes
• Strong background in post-contract management
• Prior experience working with the MOD or within defence environments
• Ideally experience with a private sector prime contractor
• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills
• Active SC clearance is essential

Desirable:

• Familiarity with defence procurement processes and regulations
• Experience working in complex, multi-supplier programme environments

This role offers the chance to play a key part in delivering vital defence capabilities while working within a collaborative and professional team.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch with Sara on sara.mcdonnell@arguilesearch.com