Contracts Manager 6-9 Month Contract | Buckinghamshire We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to join a specialist aerospace and defence communications business based in Marlow on an initial 12-month contract. Working closely with the Head of Contracts and Commercial, you will play a key role in negotiating new commercial agreements, managing existing contracts and supporting business growth across a range of international aerospace and defence programmes. Key Responsibilities * Review, draft and negotiate customer and supplier contracts, ensuring commercially acceptable terms and appropriate risk management. * Support bids, tenders and new business opportunities by reviewing contractual requirements and securing internal approvals. * Manage a range of agreements, including sales and procurement contracts, framework agreements, NDAs, teaming agreements and long-term government contracts. * Identify and resolve contractual issues throughout the project lifecycle, including variations, disputes and ongoing customer obligations. * Work closely with sales, business development, procurement, engineering, quality assurance and export control teams. * Ensure relevant customer contractual requirements are flowed down to key suppliers. * Provide commercial advice and guidance to internal stakeholders, helping teams understand contractual obligations and best practice. Essential Experience * Strong practical knowledge of contract law and commercial contract management. * Proven experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements. * Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills. * Ability to manage multiple contractual activities and conclude negotiations within required timescales. Desirable Experience * 5+ years' commercial experience within the defence, aerospace or land systems sectors. * Knowledge of UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) and/or US Department of Defense (DoD) contracts. * Experience working within an international commercial environment. * World Commerce & Contracting (WorldCC) Commercial & Contract Management Practitioner qualification. * Degree or equivalent qualification in Law or Business Studies. * Active UK Security Check (SC) clearance. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute Contracts Manager to contribute to a specialist defence and aerospace business, supporting complex customer relationships, negotiating key agreements and managing commercial risk across the contract lifecycle