Commercial & Contracts Manager

Job Description

We are excited to share a dynamic position where the successful candidate will be directly involved in solving complex contract terms and contributing significantly to the >£1billion revenue for this VMO2 business area!

This role is an important cog to keep the "Smart" in Smart Meters; connecting the energy usage of over 9 million homes and businesses with the ongoing sustainability goals of the UK government. How will that happen?

Identifying and resolving obstacles with contracts and suppliers whilst reviewing and maximising the full commercial potential of our agreements with the aim of reducing costs and growing revenue.

Who we are

The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too.

Diverse, high performing teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions.

Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do.

Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all

Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer, and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.

The must haves

In order to be considered, you must have the following experience;

• Robust commercial savviness with a strong awareness of how to mutually get the best of out contractual obligations for the business
• End to end contract management and showcasing competence with negotiations change & variation, terminations, drafting, and disputes
• Being able to maximise commercial opportunities and have oversight on large scale contracts up to the value of £20m
• Ensuring delivery of contracts with proactive and effective management of all collaborators and suppliers involved
• Prior experience that you can lean on in any industry where full management of contracts, costs & savings, delivery and commercials were under your scope

The other stuff we are looking for

We'd also love you to bring;

• Commercial nous with high attention to detail to maximise contractual opportunities for revenue increases and costs savings
• Strong partner management and communication with the ability to present findings and propose solutions at SLT level

• Experience or knowledge within Telecommunications, Public-sector, IT or Infrastructure but this is not a must

What's in it for you

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.

Next steps

If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include an informal chat with a Talent Acquisition Partner followed by an interview with the Head of Commercial & Contract Management.

When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you’re offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed.

This role encourages applicants across the UK based near our offices in Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow and Reading.

Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining Virgin Media O2.

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