Commercial Manager
Likely
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer has issued visas recently
Pro only
Salary
Pro sees the advertised pay
£50,100
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2432 (72% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £50,100, and Leonardo UK Ltd is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 3556 (Sales accounts and business development managers) or SOC 2440 (Business and financial project management professionals). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2432 Marketing and commercial managers Most likely code | £35,000 Clears | £40,000 Clears | £45,100 Clears | £50,100 Clears |
3556 Sales accounts and business development managers Also possible | £38,600 Clears | £55,200 Clears | £55,200 Clears | £55,200 Clears |
2440 Business and financial project management professionals Also possible | £39,500 Clears | £45,200 Clears | £50,800 Clears | £56,500 Clears |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Job Description:
Salary: £70,000 - £78,000
Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equit
Your impact
An exciting opportunity to be part of the Commercial team at Leonardo, within our Electronic Warfare (EW) Division, which is a major growth area with ambitious targets over the short to medium term. You will be joining a friendly and effective team that has an exceptional record of development and advancement to date.
Leonardo is looking for an ambitious Commercial Manager to work in the fast paced and dynamic environment of the Surveillance and Protection Technologies (S&PT) sector within its Electronic Warfare (EW) Division. Reporting directly to the Senior Commercial Manager, the role interfaces with a variety of UK and International customers focused within the Export arena and works as part of integrated project teams (IPTs). This role will have the overall responsibility and strategic oversight for two IPTs within the sector, and will cover the maintenance of current contracts and the development of commercially sound, high quality bids/proposals.
What you’ll bring
- Provide strategic and tactical oversight of commercial aspects relating to the IPT projects including bid activities, negotiation, contract award(s) and responsibility for the overall pricing position across various related contracts.
- Provide guidance and support to more junior members of the team.
- Provide commercial guidance and support to the Integrated Project Team (IPT) and Senior leadership.
- Review, drafting, negotiating and administration of complex terms and conditions of contract, and be responsible for the guidance to the procurement function on flow down orders to the supply chain.
We’re looking for someone who
- Has demonstrable experience and success related to large value contracts with UK MOD, the US Government and other export customers.
- Has demonstrable experience of ITAR, FARS/DEFARS and associated US government procurement regulations and process
- Is able to advocate at senior levels of an organisation
- Is comfortable preparing and providing senior level briefs
- Is readily able to identify and carry out complex commercial strategies, managing stakeholder and customer relationships to obtain unsuccessful outcomes.
This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.
Security Clearance
This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting
Why join us
At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.
- Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
- Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
- Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.
Primary Location:
GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300Contract Type:
PermanentHybrid Working:
HybridThis description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Leonardo UK Ltd, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Marketing and commercial managers (SOC 2432) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~108k in sample- Middle half £40,664–67,912
- Median £53,404
- Going rate £50,100
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £35,000–45,100
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Leonardo UK Ltd holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2432 going rate of £50,100. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.