Junior Contract Manager

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Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries - and working together to build a future we can all trust.

**A great opportunity has become available for a Junior Contract Manager **to join our **Above Water Systems** **team.**

**OUR BENEFITS**
- Competitive remuneration
- ThalesFlex - Hybrid work environment
- Fitness Passport Discount - Access to a network of Gyms across AUS
- Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
- Modernised Paid Parental Leave
- Veterans Leave
- Novated Lease options
- Personal & professional training development opportunities

**OUR TEAM**

Our Above Water Systems team provides engineering & maintenance services to Royal Australian Navy vessels and commercial ships. We’re proud to bolster Australia’s sovereign capability through operational support to our defence partners. With ongoing training programs and a team of over 500, our people have room to grow and develop an impactful career with us.

**YOUR ROLE**

Located centrally in Woolloomooloo's Garden Island, on Gadigal land your role purpose will be:

- Supporting the Weapons Systems Manager in protecting Thales’ commercial position throughout the contract life, ensuring contractual obligations are complied with, and identifying and notifying of any potential breaches and disputes related matters.
- Manage contract change process and participate in negotiation activities. Monitoring and reporting on financial performance through ongoing contractual and financial reviews.
- Preparation of all Survey & Quote work, ensuring scope and cost are adequate and in line with contractual requirements.
- Providing support for both internal and external Financial and Contract Status Reviews (CSRs).
- Ensuring the setup of Trident & IPESA & other tools required to deliver on projects as required.
- Support awareness and training of stakeholders in Contract Management principles, and act as an ambassador for a strong Contract Management Culture at all levels of Thales.
- Management of contract performance framework

**YOUR EXPERIENCE**

To be successful in your role, you will have demonstrated and/or acquired the following knowledge and experience:

- Qualification or training in areas of Business, Finance/Accounting, Law, Project Management, Commercial Management or Engineering
- Sound business, commercial and regulatory knowledge and experience.
- Good interpersonal skills and proven ability to communicate in a positive manner with external and internal stakeholders.
- Sound technical writing skills.
- Quality and Workplace, Health & Safety systems knowledge.
- Experience in contracts and business development, including the costing and preparation of tender proposals.

**WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY**

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