Head of Contract Management (Government & Defence)

Head of Contract Management (Government & Defence) - leading and inspiring the defence contract management and CMO teams to deliver operational excellence and strategic outcomes, building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, and driving cost transformation and margin optimisation initiatives.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in commercial and contract management with a strong grasp of industry best practices.
• A track record of managing senior stakeholders in defence or government sectors, with the credibility to influence at the highest levels.
• Demonstrated leadership of large, cross-functional teams—creating a culture of collaboration, accountability, and inclusion.
• Strategic thinking and transformation leadership, with a history of delivering impactful change programmes.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complexity and ambiguity.
• Eligibility and willingness to undergo Developed Vetting (DV) enhanced security clearance

Benefits

• 15% on target bonus
• Private health care
• Car allowance
• BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
• Equal family leave
• Enhanced women’s health support
• 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
• 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
• 2 weeks paid carer’s leave
• World-class training and development opportunities
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes.