Our mission is to deliver clean, affordable energy for all. Rolls Royce SMR provides a British solution to a global energy challenge, leading the way in Small Modular Reactor technology and shaping the UK’s premier green export opportunity. Our Customer Commercial function sits at the heart of this journey, enabling the successful delivery of major customer contracts while supporting future growth. With multiple customer agreements secured and more in development, we are entering a critical phase of delivery and expansion, with dedicated Commercial teams in place supporting our existing customers in the UK, Czech Republic and Sweden. In this context, we’re looking for a Commercial Manager – Customer to lead the drafting, negotiation and management of commercially significant customer agreements. This role will support strategic customer programmes, shape commercial strategy, and contribute to the development of a mature, scalable commercial function within a fast growing organisation. What you’ll be doing: Draft, negotiate and manage a wide range of customer facing commercial contracts, ensuring clarity, compliance and effective risk management. Support commercial strategy development, risk allocation, contract structures and in contract management. Lead and contribute to the development and maturity of the commercial function, including governance, processes, templates and training. Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders at all levels, providing insight, guidance and foresight on commercial matters. Translate complex commercial and technical information into compelling, clear formats for senior stakeholders. As you can see, this is a pivotal role supporting our commercial strategy, and you’ll bring a collaborative mindset and sound judgement to help deliver the UK's clean energy future. What You’ll bring: Qualification (or equivalent experience) in Commercial Management, Business, Law, Finance or a related field. Experience negotiating and managing complex commercial contracts within engineering, infrastructure, energy or similar sectors. Confidence working with commercial mechanisms such as KPIs, target cost models, pain/gain, variations and milestone payments. Experience working in highly regulated environments or similarly complex industries. Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to advise stakeholders in ambiguous or fast paced settings. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly. Experience supporting governance, processes or capability development within a Commercial function (desirable). Experience of industry contract forms such as NEC, FIDIC, JCT or similar (advantageous but not essential) Location & Ways of Working This role can be based from our Derby, Warrington or Manchester office, with hybrid working and regular weekly attendance expected. Some travel may be required depending on project or customer needs. What’s In It for You? The salary band for this role is £53,800 – £66,465, dependent on the skills, experience and values you bring. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including: Bonus – performance related up to 12.5% Benefits Allowance – £2,200 for a bespoke benefits package Pension – 12% employer and 6% employee contributions Holidays – 28 days (+ public holidays), with the option to buy/sell up to 4 days Private Medical Insurance – BUPA single cover Life Assurance – 6× pensionable pay £250 one off payment for new starters to support home office set up You’ll be joining a forward thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer: · A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment. · Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business. · A culture that values diversity, innovation and continuous learning. Pay Range: £50,600.00 - £66,465.00 Why Join Us? You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer: • A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment. • Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business. • A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you. Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch – we welcome applications from people with transferable skills. Our Application Process Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are: • Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance • Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check • Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check #LI-Hybrid We are Rolls-Royce SMR A career with Rolls-Royce SMR offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an exciting organisation delivering a transformational mission. Rolls-Royce SMR is a radically different approach to proven nuclear technology. Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will generate 470MW of low-carbon energy - equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes for over 60 years. With its Rolls-Royce SMRs will play a vital role in supporting renewable energy by helping to overcome intermittency and ensure a stable, sustainable energy future. We’re proud to be one of the few employers that can genuinely say we’re a strengths-based organisation. Our people are here because of what makes them exceptional - and our role is to help them make the most meaningful contribution of their careers, doing work they love. We offer opportunities that go beyond traditional career paths. At Rolls-Royce SMR you can develop your career by exploring roles and challenges that align with your unique talents. Our culture At Rolls-Royce SMR, we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work. We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures. Join us and help shape our culture. Find out more about our inclusion pledge. Rolls-Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and help shape our culture. Why join us? You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer: • A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment. • Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business. • A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone can thrive. What we offer At Rolls-Royce SMR, our reward offering is focused on recognising you for your efforts and motivate you to continue achieving. Our rewards and benefits scheme are designed for employees to have complete control. By providing complete autonomy, you can focus on what’s important to you. Whether it’s investments, insurances or wellbeing, it’s in your hands. Work is an activity, not a place. We understand due to commitments and lifestyle; the world of work has evolved beyond the 9 - 5. Whether its varied hours or hybrid working, our flexible working arrangements make it possible for employees to achieve a true work life balance. Your career journey At Rolls-Royce SMR, we don’t just want you to contribute, we want you to grow. We have open dialogue with our employees to understand the ambitions for their career and set plans to achieve them. Whether it’s helping you obtain formal qualifications or pairing you with a mentor, Rolls-Royce SMR will provide you with a fulfilling career. Our Team | Rolls-Royce SMR Join our talent community We're always on the lookout for the best talent. 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