Specialist, Contracts

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world's peak-performing aircraft for the world's most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.

Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise. 

With our employees' well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following: 

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
• Competitive base salary 
• Retirement savings plan 
• Employee Assistance Program  
• Tele Health Program

• Support and/or lead the negotiation of multi-million dollar cross border agreements related to the sale of private jets for special missions around the world.  You will be responsible for drafting complex and specialized terms and conditions that balance Bombardier's risk and the needs of our unique customers.
• Draft and negotiate an array of agreements such as, aircraft purchase agreements, data license agreements, engineering services agreements, and aircraft modification agreements.
• Support aircraft delivery objectives by providing ongoing commercial and/or legal support to internal and external customers.
• Drive business results by anticipating risks and, in concert with internal stakeholders, initiate creative and effective mitigation plans to protect aircraft delivery schedules.
• Engage with management to raise unresolved contractual risks in a timely way.
• Initiate correspondence to customers, including invoices, in accordance with the purchase agreement and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Contribute to process improvement and governance activities related to the functions of the department.
• Be presented with opportunities to travel internationally.

• Proven experience or knowledge of the aviation and/or defense industry is required, as is knowledge of U.S. government Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARs).
• You are able to combine your business acumen with your risk mitigation abilities.
• You have a university degree in law or business. Having an MBA would be considered an asset, though not a requirement.
• You have at least ten to fifteen years' experience working in a law firm or a large corporation.
• You have a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in the negotiation of commercial transactions and drafting of commercial agreements.
• You are a leader and autonomous.
• You possess strong interpersonal and persuasion skills.
• You have strong drafting skills in English.
• You have the ability to work flexibly, extended and/or irregular working hours in line with business demands, together with an ability to travel on short notice.
• You are bilingual in French and English. Knowledge of a third language is an asset. 

Now that you can see yourself in this role, apply and join the Bombardier Team

Please note: You don't need all the skills, knowledge, and experience listed to apply for this position. We're not looking for the perfect candidate, we're looking for great talent and passionate individuals. 

Bombardier is an equal opportunity employer and encourages persons of any race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, immigration status, disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics to apply.

Job  Specialist, Contracts - Bombardier Defense 

Primary Location Administrative Centre (CA)

Organization  Aerospace Canada

Shift 

Employee Status Regular 

Requisition Specialist, Contracts - Bombardier Defense 

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