Contracts and Commercial Consultant

Job description

Position Description:

At CGI, our Contracts and Commercial teams play a critical role in enabling the successful delivery of complex programmes that support the digital transformation of the UK. As a Contracts and Commercial Consultant, you will help shape commercial outcomes, manage risk, and support strategic business growth by working collaboratively with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders. You will have the opportunity to influence key commercial decisions, contribute to high-profile programmes, and deliver tangible business value. Joining CGI means becoming part of an organisation that empowers its professionals to take ownership, drive innovation, and build rewarding careers within a supportive and collaborative environment.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.

Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

In this role, you will support the successful commercial delivery of programmes and contracts across CGI’s business. Working alongside experienced Commercial Managers, you will provide commercial guidance throughout the contract lifecycle, helping to identify, manage, and mitigate commercial risks while ensuring contractual arrangements support business objectives. You will engage with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to facilitate effective negotiations, drive positive commercial outcomes, and contribute to the overall success of key programmes.

You will have the opportunity to develop your commercial expertise across a diverse portfolio of projects, taking ownership of day-to-day commercial activities while benefiting from the support and guidance of a collaborative team. Your work will directly contribute to programme performance, commercial governance, and long-term client success.

Key responsibilities:

Negotiate & Support commercial agreements with clients and subcontractors
Review & Assess contracts to identify risks and recommend mitigations
Advise & Guide stakeholders on appropriate contract structures and commercial approaches
Manage & Monitor commercial activities across assigned programmes and contracts
Support & Deliver bid and contract reviews with guidance from senior colleagues
Identify & Escalate commercial issues requiring senior management intervention
Collaborate & Influence internal teams, clients, partners, and subcontractors
Track & Report progress against commercial deliverables and commitments
Prevent & Mitigate potential contractual disputes through proactive engagement
Contribute & Improve commercial governance and best practice processes

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

To succeed in this role, you should have experience working within a contracts, commercial, procurement, or business management environment, with a good understanding of contract management principles and commercial risk. You will be a strong communicator with the ability to build effective stakeholder relationships, support negotiations, and manage multiple priorities. A proactive approach, attention to detail, and a willingness to develop your commercial expertise within a fast-paced environment will be key to your success.

What you can expect from us:

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.