Commercial Officer

Job DescriptionMake sure to apply quickly in order to maximise your chances of being considered for an interview Read the complete job description below.Commercial OfficerFull Time Standard Office Hours 37 hours per week.Bristol/Hybrid - 3 days per week on site + Ad hoc TravelAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and highly motivated individual to join the Rolls‑Royce Defence team as a Commercial Officer. As a Commercial team we empower people to win and deliver better business. You will be able to build relationships and influence across the organisation. You'll have an aptitude for understanding the business and how to shape our commercial deals to make sure we balance risk and reward across a culturally diverse range of customers. You'll then be comfortable reflecting this in our contracts through negotiation and drafting, supported by a network of specialists.In this role you'll get to directly contribute to the success of our Defence business and the protection of people around the world through our Combat and Trainer products.Why join Rolls‑Royce?At Rolls‑Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.By joining Rolls‑Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world‑class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high‑performance culture.What you will be doingAs a Commercial officer you'll be a critical link between the business and our customers with regular customer interaction. You'll be able to build an unrivalled understanding of our products, our customers and the way we do business.You will be someone who can build relationships and influence across the organisation. You’ll have an aptitude for understanding the business and how to shape our commercial deals to make sure we balance risk and reward across a culturally diverse range of customers.We are seeking individuals who possess analytical skills, can exercise sound business judgement, are articulate and confident dealing with ambiguity and with a willingness to learn.Key ResponsibilitiesEmpower capture teams to win and deliver better business by supporting the development of accurate, timely and innovative contractual solutions with our customers and partnersDraft and negotiate contract terms with customers using appropriate techniques, strategies and engaging the right subject matter expertsIdentify potential risks and liabilities in concepts, proposals and contracts and implement appropriate means to manage these.Instruct and administer new and existing business agreements providing trusted advice and guidance to ensure understanding of Rolls‑Royce and customer obligations and contract points.Who we're looking for:At Rolls‑Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.Key Qualifications & Skills to be successful in this roleSound business and commercial acumen including the ability to interpret commercial issues and understand the commercial components of deals and how to influence them.Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing to a range of audiences.Collaborates well in a team environment, building relationships across the business and working collaboratively with other business areas and corporate functionsPrevious commercial and contracting experience would be advantageous.What we offerWe offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.Your needs are as unique as you are. Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home, or another remote location. It's a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement. As a minimum we're all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, on average three days per week.Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi‑year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls‑Royce into a high‑performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.Rolls‑Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non‑discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.Closing date: 30/11/2025Job CategoryCommercialPosting Date18 Nov 2025; 00:11Posting End Date30 Nov 2025CompanyLearn more about this companyVisit this company’s hub to learn about their values, culture, and latest jobs. xpwpeyx Create a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox.#J-18808-Ljbffr