Principal Subcontract Specialist

Overview

In this role, you will lead subcontracting activities within the British Army Collective Training Transformation Programme, shaping supplier engagement and contract execution. You’ll operate in a matrix structure, collaborating with OMNIA Training and Raytheon UK teams to deliver high-impact outcomes. You will solve complex subcontract challenges and drive improvements that support mission-focused training transformation for the British Army. This is a chance to influence frontline capability and contribute to a major national defence initiative.

Responsibilities

• Manage subcontractors/suppliers with 10–40m contracts with minimal oversight
• Lead small projects or subcontracting processes with accountability for delivery
• Apply advanced subcontracting knowledge to solve complex problems across multiple areas
• Negotiate contracts, NDAs, and terms & conditions
• Coach and guide junior professionals to ensure quality in subcontract execution
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to align on policies and procedures
• Influence operational decisions and enhance subcontracting processes and systems
• Deliver day-to-day objectives with significant programme impact

Key requirements

• University degree (preferably STEM or business) or equivalent experience
• Practical knowledge of subcontract management, supplier engagement, and contract execution
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently and across functions
• Experience managing subcontracting activities and contributing to planning
• Experience coaching junior team members
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with operational influence
• Eligibility to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC) is essential
• Experience operating in joint or matrixed teams
• Ability to communicate across military and industry partners
• Focus on outcomes, delivery, and operational excellence

• mission focus
• collaboration
• proactive problem-solving
• subcontract management
• contract negotiation
• NDAs and terms & conditions

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