Contract Specialist

Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force. Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.
Our team works collaboratively with the customer to develop and deliver critical capabilities to support their missions.
The E7 Programs Division in Boeing Defence Australia develops and sustains the world-leading E7 Airborne Electronic Warfare and Control aircraft. Within the E7 Programs team, the Contracts team support the program in the commercial management of the program, including creating and placing contracts, ongoing negotiation and engagement with the customer, and managing the contracts that underpin the successful execution of the program.
About the opportunity
We are seeking a talented Contract Manager to support the E7 Programs. You will be responsible for leading contracting activities, including developing and negotiating timely and quality proposals leading to contract administration/execution. You will frequently manage key internal and external stakeholders, providing advice and guidance on complex contractual interpretations and negotiations. As the customer interface for contracting, you will directly deal with customers and their Contracts, Commercial and Legal advisors.
This role is based in Brisbane or Newcastle. Working remotely and from home is an available option for this role.
About the role
- Exercises appropriate signature authority in negotiating and contracting for the sale and support of aerospace products, services, technologies, financing and the licensing of intellectual property to support company strategies.
- Presents business solutions to preserve and expand the business.
- Represents the company in external negotiations to a diverse set of customers.
- Authority to prepare, negotiate, execute, interpret and administer legally binding complex contractual agreements for The Boeing Company.
- Coordinates and partners with other internal functional disciplines.
- Summarises complex contractual issues, develops creative solutions and manages contractual risk mitigation.

About you
To be successful in this role you will have a collaborative team approach, well developed analytical skills and excellent written and verbal skills. You must be someone who can work autonomously who is comfortable driving continuous improvement.
- Essential:

- Formal qualifications in a related discipline (Law, Accounting or Business Management). A formal qualification in law is highly desirable.
- At least 5 years' experience in complex contracting or contract management roles;
- Demonstrated skills in negotiation, contract management, and procurement lifecycle;
- Strong planning and organizational skills;
- Demonstrated stakeholder engagement and management skills;
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**Desirable**:

- Prior knowledge of the Australian Standard Defence Contracting Suite of Templates;
- Strong commercial acumen
- Excellent drafting skills
- Demonstrated experience in formulating innovative contractual and commercial acquisition and sustainment strategies for proposals
- Up to date legal/Contracts law knowledge of IP, liabilities, insurance, and indemnities

Applicants must be Australian Citizens and meet defence security requirements.

What's on offer?
We are a business that evolves by encouraging our people to grow, so you will bring a mindset, behavior and skills to improve the business, processes and yourself. This will see you thrive and achieve the organisation goals whilst being focused on your personal development through formal and informal learning.
We value the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility including working from home, compressed work weeks, and opportunities for part time arrangements, allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work. We will celebrate your successes and achievements with a formal reward and recognition program and employee awards.

Other benefits
- Work on cutting edge projects
- Attractive remuneration and annual bonus
- Formal mentoring and training as well as on the job learning
- Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation
- Paid study leave, parental leave, Defence leave and First Nation's Cultural Leave
- Salary packaging options available
- Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and Employee Assistance Program
- Join social and community groups
- We explore opportunities to engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs and initiatives focusing on STEM engagements

Boeing Defence Australia works with strong links to our global Boeing community and encourage collaboration with our USA and international counterparts. Boeing aims to build and strengthen meaningful relationships with individuals, communities and suppliers to benefit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Isla