Contracts Manager

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial and contractual activities for complex programs and build relationships with internal teams, customers, and subcontractors.
• Administer customer and subcontract agreements; negotiate agreements and manage non-routine issues, escalating to senior management or counsel when needed.
• Lead contract changes and manage customer contracts, subcontracts, NDAs, and PIAs through closeout.
• Translate prime contract requirements into subcontracts, including terms, pricing, acceptance criteria, performance requirements, and delivery schedules.
• Review contracts, financial changes, and program or gate reviews within delegated authority; develop commercial strategies and oversee due diligence.
• Mentor Contracts colleagues and share responsibility for program and bid financial performance.
• Prepare management business cases and briefings; support invoicing and cash collection.
• Track performance and modifications, advise on obligations and risks, resolve disputes, and support proposal development and process improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent training and experience.
• 10+ years of experience in contract management, negotiation, or administration.
• Strong knowledge of contractual terms, business law, and compliance regulations; working knowledge of import/export legislation.
• Defence industry and ITAR/EAR/Controlled Goods knowledge is preferred.
• Proven ability to draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts; international supplier or customer experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Word and Excel; excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, commercial awareness, problem-solving, and workload management.
• Construction project requirements and compliance standards are highly preferred.
• Experience resolving disputes, collaborating with suppliers and subcontractors, and applying program financial management to risks and opportunities.

Workplace

• The position is eligible for a hybrid arrangement with set onsite days.
• Occasional travel is expected.

Additional conditions