We’re inventing the future, right here, right now, at Thales. We design the critical security solutions of tomorrow by combining the curiosity to explore, the intelligence to question and the vision to create. Together we solve complicated problems by combining our experience in the market with our leading research and development capabilities.
As part of our Vehicles and Tactical Systems (VTS) domain in Thales Australia, the Commercial Manager will provide legal / commercial management support across to the Protected Vehicles (PRV) segment, as one of four segments of VTS.
Within the PRV business, Thales has signed a number of significant contracts with customers in Australia and overseas for the delivery of its Hawkei and Bushmaster vehicle platforms, as well as ongoing maintenance, support and supply of the vehicles.
Execution and delivery of these contracts is a key strategic and operational objective for Thales Australia. As is the identification and capture of new and emerging markets for the export of the vehicles that will require legal support.
In this exciting role, the successful incumbent will apply legal / commercial expertise and knowledge into an area of significant growth and will have a true impact towards commercial strategies to deliver optimal commercial outcomes.
Responsibilities:
Lead the legal and commercial management outcomes to ensure project delivery outcomes are achieved for PRV key contracts
Provide timely and practical legal / commercial advice to a diverse portfolio of contracts and opportunities
Review, draft and negotiate contracts with customers and suppliers for new opportunities and contracts
Lead commercial discussion about use and rights associated with intellectual property (IP) as part of projects, contracts and programs of work
Lead the team of PRV contract managers to deliver on projects and identify and put in place proactive steps to mitigate the risk to no degradation to completion
Work collaboratively with support functions such as Bids, Procurement, Finance, HSE and Quality support functions to proactively drive value add outcomes
Be a key member of the PRV Leadership Team
Requirements:
Sophisticated experience in commercial management role(s) with a law degree/ legal experience, or practising law combined with some commercial experience
Track record of delivering project outcome
Defence industry experience highly desirable
Experience with government contracting (e.g. ASDEFCON) desirable
Understanding of intellectual property law and application desirable
Professional Commercial / Contract management qualifications desirable
Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to interact effectively with senior management, customers and partners
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Superior analytical and problem-solving skills
Strongly focused and self-motivated to overachieve goal
High energy, driven to innovate, and a team player
Relevant degree in law, finance, accounting, commerce, business
As part of our commitment, we offer:
Salary packaging includes healthcare and bonus payments
Leading leave policies
Growth and Development opportunities
Study Assistance
Employee discounts
Gym Membership (Fitness passport)
ThalesFlex – flexibility working is our everyday
Family Support through our partnership with Parents at Work
Mentoring and coaching for development
Globally marketable skills and opportunities
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