Our client, a leader in the space industry, is currently seeking a Commercial Manager to join their team in Oxfordshire or Hertfordshire. This permanent role offers a hybrid working environment, allowing for a balance between office and remote work. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in advising and guiding commercial strategy, managing contractual negotiations, and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Advise and provide guidance on commercial strategy to all key stakeholders Lead all aspects of commercial and contractual negotiations Build and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective customers and suppliers Manage the commercial aspects of proposals and projects to ensure timely completion within budget and to the correct standards Ensure suitable risk assessment for new activities, ensuring compliance with regulations Liaise with colleagues and teams at all levels both internally and externally Maintain and manage contractual records and correspondence Job Requirements: Essential: A bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a related field Proven experience in commercial, business development, or contract management roles, ideally within aerospace, defence, telecommunications, or other high-technology industries Experience working with government and institutional customers (e.g., HMG, ESA, NASA, MOD, commercial satellite operators) Experience of negotiating contracts, MoUs, NDAs, TAs, etc. in the defence/space arena Strong general commercial knowledge, negotiation, and communication skills Understanding of engineering principles Attention to detail Desirable: Knowledge of space industry markets (satellite, launch, ground segment, or downstream services) Experience of negotiating contracts with ESA GCCs Experience with UK Government contracts, especially DEFCONs and DEFSTANs Benefits: Competitive compensation and benefits packages Private healthcare and disability income protection Life insurance and pension plan Employee assistance programme Hybrid working model for better work/life balance If you are an experienced Commercial Manager looking for a new opportunity to advance your career in the space industry, we would love to hear from you