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Airbus

Job Description:

Are you interested to contribute to German and EU defence and security projects in a company developing and delivering advanced communications solutions? Do you want to play a key role in concluding and managing contracts and commercial matters in a company which offers you excellent personal growth opportunities?

Secure Communications - business line of Airbus Defence and Space - has been delivering mission critical services for decades and is investing to keep our customers ahead of the game with a diverse portfolio of global satellite communication. Exciting times at Airbus Defence and Space as the scope of work in Secure Communications continues to develop!

The Contractual Change manager will support the Program manager and other functions to:

monitor compliant conduct and correct application of contractual terms,
identify and prepare change notes and potential claims,
minimize avoidable contractual liabilities,
contribute maximizing Program profitability.

To be successful in this role you need passion for developing close working relationships with the project team and relevant stakeholders whilst understanding and managing larger contracts; you take satisfaction of employing and sharing best practice within the teams and the organisation.

Tasks & accountabilities:

Support the Program manager on live-contract execution, focusing on claim management and amendment negotiations
Monitor the correct application of selected contract T&Cs, identify and anticipate any contract content risks as well as any change/claim relevant deviations from the contractual scope throughout the project performance (e.g. financials, timelines, scope, liabilities). Attend periodical project meetings and provide advice when needed.
Gather documentation to support change management for potential claims all along the project (traceability of facts, evidence for substantiation, etc.)
Identify and assess claims (factually and contractually) originating from customers, suppliers, partners, working in close collaboration with Program and Commercial & Contract (C&C) Management.
Support the Program manager in the negotiation of the contractual changes and anticipate the corresponding R&Os for the project
Conduct contract management internal procedures and mitigation of potential compliance risks
Coordination with C&C to secure team alignment

The deployment of the organizations goals requires some business travels and as such you must be able to travel accordingly.

Your profile:

Business Project background, legal background is a plus
At least 5 years' experience in Program Management, Risk management ideally in the defense industry/public procurement sector
Proven team player skills
Strong stakeholder management, negotiation and contractual skills
Understanding of the principles of project management, Claim management and financial basic requirements
Capable of delivering a high-quality complex workload with minimum supervision
English and German fluent

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Defence and Space GmbH

Employment Type:

Permanent

Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Programme & Project Management

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