Senior Commercial Manager

Position: Senior Commercial Manager (2026-27032)
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Reference Non fixed term Sizewell (UK), EuropeG - PROJECT MANAGEMENTExperienced

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Energise Your Career with Framatome UK – Powering a Safer, Smarter Nuclear Future  Framatome is a global leader in nuclear energy, recognised for delivering innovative, value-added technologies that design, build, maintain, and advance the world's nuclear fleet. With 20,000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide, we provide components, fuel, and control systems for nuclear power plants, along with a full suite of reactor services — all focused on improving safety, performance, and sustainability.  

Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%), we're driving the future of clean energy. Here in the UK, our team is already 400 strong — and growing. As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry, we're aiming to reach 600 dedicated professionals in 2026.  Now's your chance to join a company that's shaping the energy transition — where your expertise will matter, your growth will be supported, and your work will help power generations to come.##

Your missions

We are currently recruiting for a
** Senior Commercial Manager
** based in our Sizewell B office. They will provide leadership, Commercial oversight and control to ensure delivery of projects in line with client-side commercial arrangements in line with company strategy and both operational and financial targets.
The Senior Commercial Manager manages a commercial team and key contracts along with liaising with internal and external stakeholders on our major contracts. They also provide SME advice and support to the Framatome Ltd disciplines to ensure contract adherence and maximise business opportunities through appropriate contract mechanisms.
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* Key Activities:

*** Ensure all Commercial processes (including Procurement) are drafted, implemented and followed
* Contributing to developing process to improve and maximise growth
* Drafts and develops (in conjunction with Legal) robust Commercial documents to protect the interests and maximise the opportunities for Framatome Ltd
* Ensure that the organisation complies with the contract obligations as stated
* Communicates with internal and external parties in a contract, so that all understand the terms and particularly the contracts financial aspects
* Coaches and develops employees on best practices for managing complex contract issues
* Nurtures relationships with clients to ensure long term delivery and value for the company
* Training and / or mentoring Commercial Team
* Involvement in negotiating and agreeing contracts prior to contract placement
* Involvement with the bid process to highlight commercial risk
* Accepts extra duties as situations arise
** Key Outputs:
*** Clear, concise, effective and fully implemented Commercial processes
* Clear, concise understanding of contract obligations across the relevant stakeholders and Business Leadership
* Business compliance with contractual obligations
* Clear commercial/contract awareness training across relevant teams
* Favourably negotiated and agreed contracts prior to placement
* Robust commercial rigour within bid process and clarity of commercial risks within the bids## You areThe Senior Commercial / Contract Manager should be a driven, strategic thinker who thrives in a challenging and dynamic environment, possessing not only the technical expertise but also the leadership qualities required to drive success across complex commercial projects.
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* Experience:

*** Proven experience in a contract management/commercial management role, particularly in handling large multi-million-pound contracts.
* Solid background in corporate finance, with a strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and cost management.
* Extensive experience in complex negotiations and stakeholder management, demonstrating an ability to handle high-pressure situations with tact and professionalism.
* In-depth knowledge of contract terms and construction industry regulations, with the ability to interpret and apply them to projects.
* Demonstrated experience in managing teams, with…