Hays Specialist Recruitment

Commercial Contracts Manager

Bristol, Bristol BS1 6DZ

Key information

Pay
£65,000 to £75,000 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Remote working
Hybrid - 4 days remote
Posted date
7 Sep 2026
Closing date
14 Sep 2026

About this role

Your new company

Hays is partnering with a recognised technology business to appoint a Commercial Contracts Manager in a role offering significant visibility and influence.

Your new role

Working closely with senior leadership, you will lead complex client contract negotiations, manage commercial risk, support strategic deals and act as the key commercial advisor on customer agreements.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead commercial negotiations with customers.

* Review and negotiate software and technology contracts.

* Support new business opportunities and contract renewals.

* Balance commercial objectives against contractual risk.

* Partner with senior stakeholders and legal teams to secure successful outcomes.

* Support high-value, strategically important transactions.

What you'll need to succeed

* Proven commercial contracts and negotiation experience.

* Background in software, technology, SaaS

* Strong understanding of contractual risk and commercial decision-making.

* Ability to influence senior stakeholders and operate independently.

* Experience working with legal teams on complex agreements.

What you'll get in return

* Exposure to executive leadership.

* Opportunity to shape a growing commercial function.

* Strong career progression prospects.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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