Far East Contracts Manager – Aerospace & Defence Sector Salary: Up to £75,000 per annum Location: Near Uxbridge (West London) Hours: Monday to Friday, full-time Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a commercially astute and strategically minded Far East Contracts Manager to join a global aerospace and defence manufacturer. This is a senior role within the Commercial function, responsible for managing key contracts and customer accounts across the APAC region. You’ll play a pivotal role in leading bid proposals, negotiating complex agreements, and ensuring seamless delivery and satisfaction across high-value international programmes. What’s in it for you? Competitive salary up to £75,000 per annum Bonus scheme linked to company performance Excellent pension scheme Private medical insurance & life assurance 25 days holiday + bank holidays Free on-site parking Opportunity for overseas travel and client engagement Senior leadership position within a globally respected business Far East Contracts Manager Responsibilities: Manage customer accounts across the Far East region, acting as the senior point of contact Lead on the preparation and negotiation of bids, proposals, and contractual changes Oversee the contract lifecycle from quotation through to delivery and invoicing Manage commercial risks, debt collection, and payment resolution Act as commercial lead on internal cross-functional project teams Prepare contract documentation, pricing models, and customer terms Supervise a small team of commercial professionals Deputise for the Head of Commercial – APAC as required Travel internationally to support commercial discussions and build customer relationships What We’re Looking For: Strong background in international contracts management within aerospace, defence, or a regulated engineering sector In-depth knowledge of commercial contract law, global procurement, and export controls Demonstrated experience in negotiation, client engagement, and bid management Excellent communication skills and ability to manage multi-cultural relationships Previous team leadership or mentoring experience High attention to detail and commercial risk awareness Degree in Law, Business, Finance, or Engineering Willing and able to travel internationally (Far East/APAC region) Apply Now! Application Process: We aim to respond to all applicants within 5 working days. If you do not hear from us within this timeframe, please consider your application unsuccessful. Privacy and Data Retention: By applying, you confirm your consent to the retention of your personal data for recruitment purposes, stored securely and treated in compliance with our Privacy Policy. Syntech Recruitment Limited: We act as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Full terms and privacy policy available at (url removed) INDB