Senior Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager

Location: Remote with 1-2 days per month in Portsmouth

 Salary: Up to £80,000 with an annual bonus of up to 10% plus benefits 

The Opportunity

We’re supporting an innovative technology business operating at the forefront of immersive learning, simulation, and digital training solutions. The organisation develops cutting-edge virtual reality, simulation, and immersive technology products that help organisations improve training outcomes, accelerate learning, and modernise workforce capability across highly regulated and mission-critical environments.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Manager to provide commercial and contractual leadership across a diverse portfolio of technology and software projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded professional who enjoys working within a growing SME environment, where they can influence business strategy whilst remaining close to operational delivery.

The Role

As Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the full commercial lifecycle of projects, from opportunity identification and bid support through to contract negotiation, delivery oversight, and contract close-out. You’ll work closely with senior leadership, project teams, customers, and suppliers to ensure robust commercial governance, effective risk management, and strong contractual performance.

What We’re Looking For

• Significant experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Commercial Officer role.
• Strong contract negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing commercial risk and governance frameworks.
• Excellent understanding of financial and commercial principles.
• The ability to operate both strategically and hands-on within a growing organisation.
• Experience supporting complex technology, engineering, defence, software, or digital transformation programmes.

What’s On Offer?

• Salary up to £80,000
• Primarily remote working
• Monthly travel to Portsmouth (typically 1-2 days per month)
• Private medical and dental cover
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Career progression within a growing technology business
• Opportunity to help shape commercial strategy and influence business growth
• Exposure to cutting-edge VR, simulation, and immersive technology products that are transforming how organisations train and develop their workforce.

If you’re an experienced Commercial Manager looking to join an organisation developing next-generation immersive technology solutions, we’d love to hear from you

Interested in hearing more? Please get in touch with Rebecca Long on 0117 332 8100 / r.long @ ioassociates.co.uk

Disclaimer: Any remuneration stated in this advertisement is indicative and will be dependent on the successful candidate’s experience, skills and qualifications. Final remuneration will be agreed with the successful candidate and will be subject to the terms of the contract.