Commercial Officer

Job description

Commercial Officer

Location - Opportunities in Hertfordshire or Bristol

Copello is supporting a leading defence organisation in the recruitment of a Principal Commercial Officer. This role offers the exciting chance to work in a business-critical area, directly influencing the future of UK defence programmes.

This team is expanding and is offering opportunities to candidates with 2+ years experience looking for career development or more senior and principal officers looking to take the next step in a an exciting and highly critical role.

The Role:

As a Principal Commercial Officer, you will be responsible for:

• 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 influence the nations critical defence programmes
• Career development in a supportive and collaborative environment
• Annual bonus
• Paid overtime
• Dynamic working (no core hours)
• Flexible/hybrid working (more on site presence required during
• State of the art working facilities (on site gym, subsidised restaurant and café)
• Flexi discount and benefit scheme & much more

If you would like to find out more or have any questions, please make apply and we can discuss further at a suitable time

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Hertfordshire

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

04-03-2026

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