Senior Commercial Officer | Defence

Senior Commercial Officer | Defence Senior Commercial Officer | Defence | Active NV1 Clearance Required

Your new company 
Join a major Defence environment 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
• Strong 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 


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