Legal & Contracts Manager

THALES

Ottawa, ON, Canada
Not specified; not specified; extensive benefits p...
Hybrid
Drafting and negotiating complex contracts
Reviewing legal compliance and risk mitigation
Supporting bids and proposals cycle
The role involves reviewing contractual mechanisms, identifying risks, and providing mitigation recommendations to ensure company interests are protected

Job Summary

  • The role involves reviewing contractual mechanisms, identifying risks, and providing mitigation recommendations to ensure company interests are protected.
  • Thales offers an extensive benefits program including company-paid health insurance, retirement savings plans with matching contributions, and paid sick leave.
  • Candidates must be eligible to obtain authorization for access to controlled technical information, including eligibility for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program.

Matching Summary

The role involves reviewing contractual mechanisms, identifying risks, and providing mitigation recommendations to ensure company interests are protected.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Extensive benefits program including health, dental, RRSP/DCPP match, and vacation days

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Drafting and negotiating complex contracts
  • Reviewing legal compliance and risk mitigation
  • Supporting bids and proposals cycle
  • Providing real-time legal advice to leadership
  • Managing intellectual property and litigation files

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with defense contracts under DPA
  • Familiarity with export control regulations
  • Knowledge of Canadian Controlled Goods Program
  • Ability to coordinate information treatment
  • Strong stakeholder briefing skills

Key Requirements

  • Law degree (LLB or JD)
  • Current member of provincial bar association in good standing
  • Minimum five years commercial law experience
  • Working knowledge of government procurement policies
  • Eligibility for Canadian NATO Secret clearance

Work Rights

Must be eligible for Canadian Controlled Goods Program and NATO Secret clearance

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