Contract Manager Defence Digital & Cyber (m/f)

Airbus Defence and Space SAS

Elancourt, France
Not specified (likely hybrid or onsite based on company culture)
Proven negotiation and contract management skills
At least 5 years experience in legal or commercial role
Experience with governmental and non-governmental customers
Airbus Defence and Space is seeking a Contract Manager for its Defence Digital & Cyber division in Elancourt, France. The role involves providing commercial leadership throughout the lifecycle of bids and contracts, focusing on managing contractual matters, risks, and negotiations

Job Summary

  • The Contract Manager will provide overall commercial leadership and expertise throughout the full lifecycle of bids and contracts.
  • Key responsibilities include managing contractual matters from RFP receipt to project closure while mitigating commercial risks.
  • The role requires a native French speaker with fluent English and knowledge of French MoD contracts.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Airbus Defence and Space is seeking a Contract Manager for its Defence Digital & Cyber division in Elancourt, France. The role involves providing commercial leadership throughout the lifecycle of bids and contracts, focusing on managing contractual matters, risks, and negotiations.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Proven negotiation and contract management skills
  • At least 5 years experience in legal or commercial role
  • Experience with Governmental and Non-Governmental customers
  • Knowledge of French Government contracts
  • Native French and fluent English language skills

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of finance topics
  • Ability to work on own initiative under pressure
  • Knowledge of German or Spanish languages
  • Experience with data protection compliance
  • Proactive problem-solving and creative thinking

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years experience in legal or commercial role
  • Native French and fluent English proficiency
  • French security clearance required
  • Solid academic background in Program Management or Finance

Work Rights

French security clearance required

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