A client of ours in the Ipswich area are recruiting a Commercial Contracts Manager to join their team. This is a full-time permanent position working Monday - Thursday 7.30am - 4.00pm and Friday 7:30am - 1:00pm. Paying 55,000 - 65,000 per annum depending on experience.You will be responsible for shaping, negotiating, and managing strategically significant contracts. You will lead high value negotiations, oversee agreements from bid to closeout, and ensure all commercial and legal obligations align with organisational objectives and regulatory requirements.Reporting to the MD, key duties include but are not limited to:Draft, review, and negotiate contractual termsLead the full Route to Contract process, including bid support, cost alignment, proposal development, and negotiation of bespoke termsProvide commercial oversight throughout contract delivery, including amendments, deliverables, and acceptance criteriaEnsure all contracts comply with relevant laws, regulations, and standardsAct as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on contract mattersIdentify and mitigate legal and operational risks, ensuring complianceManage the full contract lifecycle, including renewals, extensions, and transition activitiesProvide timely reporting to senior leadership on contract performance and riskResolve contractual disputes with support from legal and relevant stakeholdersSupport business winning activities by contributing to competitive and compliant commercia