About the Role:
Leeds has become one of the United Kingdom's leading commercial and business centres, and at UniiQuest Global Ltd, we believe sustainable growth begins with exceptional commercial leadership. Every successful partnership, contract, and strategic initiative is built on strong negotiation, sound commercial judgement, and long-term relationship management.
We are looking for a Senior Commercial Manager (m/f/d) who can take ownership of our commercial strategy and help drive continued business growth. You won't simply oversee contracts—you will shape the commercial direction of the business, identify new opportunities, strengthen key client relationships, and ensure commercial decisions deliver long-term value.
Working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, you will balance commercial performance with operational excellence while helping position the company for continued success in a competitive marketplace.
Why Work With Us?
Strategic Influence: Your recommendations will directly contribute to major commercial decisions, business development initiatives, and long-term company objectives.
Collaborative Leadership: You'll work alongside experienced professionals across commercial, finance, operations, and executive leadership in an environment where ideas are welcomed and expertise is valued.
Career Development: We invest in continuous professional development through leadership training, industry learning opportunities, and exposure to high-value commercial projects.
Meaningful Impact: Every negotiation, commercial agreement, and strategic partnership you manage will contribute to the company's future growth and customer success.
Key Responsibilities:
Commercial Strategy: Develop and implement commercial strategies that support revenue growth, profitability, and long-term business objectives.
Contract Management: Lead negotiations for commercial agreements, ensuring favourable outcomes while managing contractual risk.
Business Development: Identify new commercial opportunities, strengthen existing partnerships, and support expansion into new markets where appropriate.
Financial Performance: Work closely with finance teams to evaluate commercial performance, pricing strategies, forecasting, and profitability.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Build trusted relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure commercial objectives are achieved efficiently.
Risk Management: Evaluate commercial risks throughout the contract lifecycle and implement practical mitigation strategies.
Leadership: Support, mentor, and guide members of the commercial team while promoting collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
What We Are Looking For:
Experience: Significant experience in commercial management, contract management, business development, or strategic commercial leadership within a complex business environment.
Commercial Expertise: Strong understanding of commercial negotiations, pricing strategies, contract management, financial analysis, and business planning.
Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage multiple commercial priorities, and influence decision-making across different business functions.
Communication: Excellent negotiation, presentation, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build lasting business relationships.
Analytical Thinking: Comfortable interpreting commercial data, identifying opportunities, solving complex business challenges, and making informed commercial decisions.
Technology: Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and commercial reporting systems. Experience with ERP or CRM platforms is considered an advantage.
Mindset: A proactive, commercially minded professional who enjoys solving business challenges, making informed decisions, and delivering measurable results while maintaining strong professional relationships.
Pay: £61,000.00-£90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexitime
- Free fitness classes
- Health & wellbeing programme
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wellington
