Commercial Contracts Manager

Job description

I am working with a leading wholesaler in the UK in their search to hire a skilled Commercial Contracts Manager to help shape the future of our commercial partnerships.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a high‑impact role where you’ll negotiate multi‑million‑pound contracts, influence business strategy and work with a diverse set of partners across the UK.

The organisation is undergoing significant transformation as they strengthen there proposition for brokers, corporate clients, affinity partners and emerging distribution channels. To support this growth, they are building a world‑class business management function—and you’ll be at the centre of it.

You’ll lead the negotiation and delivery of major B2B agreements, ensuring our contracts reflect strong commercial outcomes, robust governance and long‑term strategic value.

This is your chance to bring fresh ideas, shape how we work and make a meaningful impact across a global business.

What You’ll Do

As Commercial Contracts Manager , you will:

• Lead the end‑to‑end contract management process, working closely with the Head of Business Management, Governance & Risk
• Draft and negotiate major contracts that align with commercial agreements, legal standards and regulatory guidelines
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive contract discussions forward
• Work collaboratively with teams across sales, propositions, finance, legal and operations
• Identify, assess and manage contractual risks, resolving disputes and ensuring compliance
• Enhance templates, frameworks and processes to continually improve our contract lifecycle management

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone with:

• Significant experience as a Commercial Contracts Manager within a commercial B2B environment
• Strong understanding of contract law and the full contract lifecycle
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex B2B agreements
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to challenge and negotiate
• Analytical capability to interpret contractual data and highlight risks

The Package

We want you to thrive—professionally and personally. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• Salary up £80,000
• Private healthcare
• Annual bonus based on personal and business performance
• 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service), plus bank holidays
• Pension with up to 10% employer contributions
• Colleague discount programmes
• Virtual healthcare services (GP, mental health, nutrition, fitness)
• 24/7 support services
• Career development, training and progression pathways
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

04-03-2026

Profession type

Retail

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English