Contract Manager for Defence Technology Sector

Thales in Romania is seeking for an experienced Contract Manager to support our business in Romania as part of a global organisation. The role covers the full contract lifecycle, from bid and negotiation through contract execution and close-out, with a particular focus on projects involving Romanian public-sector customers or end-customers.

Working closely with Project Management, Sales, Finance, Legal and other functions, you will help ensure that contractual and commercial interests are effectively managed while supporting successful project delivery.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage contractual matters throughout the bid and project lifecycle, including preparation, review and negotiation of contractual documentation
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• Support bids and projects in negotiations with customers, partners and suppliers, so that the company’s operating needs are met all along the project lifecycle
• Provide support and contract clarification and interpretation to the Project team in order to minimize contractual risk and exposure and maximise commercial opportunities for the project. Monitor contract performance and execution, key milestones, obligations, changes and contractual risks, in close cooperation with Project Manager and Project team members. Participation in project reviews and project meetings internal and external (with the customer, subcontractors and other entities).
• Establish and maintain contract baselines, records and relevant project documentation for proper contract management in the projects and preparation of possible litigation (pre-litigation documentation).
• Identify and proactively manage contractual risks, opportunities and changes incl. claims and variation management
• Contribute to the development and sharing of contract management best practices and provide guidance on interpretation and execution of the terms and conditions of the contract and subcontracts to project teams and management. Perform corresponding trainings were requested.
• Work in close cooperation with the international Legal, Contract & Compliance teams from the Thales entities involved in the projects
• Work closely with Legal, Contracts & Compliance and any other internal functions on relevant contractual matters.
• Building, maintaining and sharing contract management know-how related to the specific areas of Thales business in Romania

Your profile:

• 8+ years of experience in contract management, preferably in complex projects, the defence/technology sector and/or projects with Romanian public authorities.
• Education at Master level in Law, Business, Engineering or a related field with high commercial orientation; professional contract management certification is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of contract management, negotiation and commercial risk management.
• Good understanding of Romanian and European public procurement laws and practices, including applicable law for the defense sector.
• Experience with complex contractual structures and multi-party supply chains.
• Strong negotiation, communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Business-oriented mindset with the ability to balance contractual requirements, risk and project objectives.
• Structured, proactive and able to work independently as well as in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
• Excellent written and spoken Romanian and English; French is an advantage.
• Pro-active attitude
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

We offer

• Good opportunities for professional and personal development in a high-tech environment

• The opportunity to work on complex, high-profile projects in Romania within a global organisation.
• A highly international and collaborative working environment.
• Exposure to the full contract lifecycle and close cooperation with senior business and project stakeholders.
• The opportunity to develop and share contract management expertise across an international network.

At Thales, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you’ll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference - for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.

Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of defence and security, aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.

In Romania, we are advancing innovation through software engineering, research and development, delivering solutions in key markets in which Thales Group operates. Our engineers design, develop and integrate solutions that impact global industries - from fully operational systems and subsystems for naval warfare and maritime security operations, to air traffic management systems, satellite-based solutions, tactical indoor simulations, identity and biometric technologies and more.