Head of Commercial

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FORHead of CommercialHybrid - Telford 37hrs per week Full-TimeWe now have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Commercial to join our team. As part of RBSL working for RBSL Commercial Director, having commercial responsibility for high value and strategically important Programme/s, but not limited to.About RBSLRheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) is a defence engineering company based in the UK. We design, manufacture and support military vehicles used by the British Army and international customers.What You Will Be DoingThe Head of Commercial shall lead all commercial activities across the programmes of which they are assigned, ensuring contracts are profitable, compliant, and aligned with strategic objectives of the company.Develop and implement the company's commercial strategy in line with business goalsLead, mentor, and manage the commercial teamSupport business development and bid activitiesLead negotiations for complex, high-value defence contractsEnsure contracts reflect appropriate risk allocation and profitabilityOversee contract lifecycle management (bids executionclosure)Own commercial inputs into pricing, cost models, and margin controlIdentify and mitigate commercial risks across programmesEnsure compliance with government regulations, export controls and company internal policies.Act as the primary commercial interface at the programme/ project level with customers and partnersBuild relationships with government clients and key suppliersSupport dispute resolution and claims managementEnsure adherence to defence procurement rules and internal governanceMaintain audit readiness and regulatory complianceImplement best practices in commercial processesWHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVEEssential:Degree in business, law, finance, engineering, or equivalentExperience working with defence customers or large prime contractorsExperience of working in a multi-national, multi-organisational and corporate environmentPractical 'hands on' attitude with the ability to operate independentlyDesirable:SSRO experience desirableExport market experienceKnowledge of the UK MoD process and proceduresWHAT WE OFFER YOURBSL strives to be an employer of choice and to foster a culture in which our employees are supported to build a career they can be proud.Through our contracts to deliver world-class products and support services, we offer great opportunities for personal development and career advancement via specialist technical roles, essential support functions, and broader leadership positions.In addition, RBSL offer:Competitive salaries reviewed each year against market ratesAnnual bonus incentive scheme for all employees37 hours over 4.5 days working weekEmployer pension contributions up to 10%Hybrid and flexible workingLife assurance cover5 weeks holiday plus bank holidaysHoliday purchase schemeHealth cash planSalary sacrifice benefits including cycle to work and electric vehicles schemesAccess to high street and gym discounts and cashbackLong Service rewards with additional holidayEnhanced maternity and paternity benefitsFree access to onsite gymCONTACT INFORMATIONContact Person: Iwona Kurpiewska