Commercial Contracts Professional, Senior
Commercial Contracts Professional, Senior
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Job Description
We currently have a Senior Commercial Contracts Officer role that can based out of our Ottawa or Halifax office. This role requires an in depth understanding of contractual terms and conditions. As a member of the Commercial Services team you will lead the development review and update of contracts as well as support proposal preparation contract execution and contract compliance for domestic and international defence contracts.
This position follows a hybrid working model. There will be a mix of at-home and on-site work with an expectation of in office attendance to support business needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic oversight and governance for contract administration ensuring optimal performance and alignment with organizational objectives.
- Serve as the primary point of accountability for all contractual communications and commitments fostering strong executive-level customer relationships.
- Establish and enforce rigorous documentation standards and control processes to maintain compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
- Lead comprehensive compliance audits and risk assessments to ensure adherence to contract clauses company policies and applicable federal regulations.
- Act as a senior advisor and influential member of proposal and program teams driving the interpretation and execution of complex contract requirements.
- Partner closely with Program Management and cross-functional leadership to develop and implement strategies that enhance overall contract performance including leading efforts in RFP preparation and response.
- Lead negotiation strategies for contracts including terms conditions pricing delivery and performance metrics collaborating with executive leadership to achieve business objectives and mitigate risks.
- Conduct detailed reviews of contract documents for legal financial and operational risk ensuring alignment with organizational goals before final acceptance or signature.
- Champion interdisciplinary collaboration to guarantee comprehensive understanding and flawless execution of contract requirements across all stakeholders.
- Provide authoritative guidance on contract compliance audit responses and dispute resolution to internal and external stakeholders.
- Oversee the contract change management process proactively identifying and mitigating performance risks in partnership with Program Management Engineering Finance and other key functions.
- Act as a trusted consultant to business units delivering insights on contract developments industry trends and regulatory changes impacting assigned contracts.
- Continuously monitor contract scope and performance initiating strategic actions to address scope changes and optimize outcomes.
- Cultivate and sustain high-level customer relationships by anticipating client needs resolving issues efficiently and promoting long-term partnership value.
Qualifications :
- Post-secondary degree with preference for degree in Business Commerce Law or other related field plus a minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience.
- Proven ability to foster strong interpersonal relationships and drive collaborative success within cross-functional teams.
- Advanced analytical and research expertise with a demonstrated capacity to synthesize complex data and produce comprehensive actionable reports.
- Meticulous attention to detail ensuring accuracy and quality in all deliverables.
- Exceptional communication skills adept at delivering clear concise and professional messages to diverse stakeholders.
- Well-developed business acumen with a strategic understanding of how insights and recommendations influence client outcomes and support critical business decisions.
- Open to mentoring and coaching junior staff by providing guidance knowledge sharing and fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance. Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations. You must be eligible to work in Canada.
Additional Information :
We believe the unique contributions of each of our colleagues are key in our ability to drive innovation. By fostering a culture of belonging encouraging idea sharing at all levels and reinforcing the very real impact of what we do we offer an environment where everyone can take pride in their work. We respect diverse opinions and value the lived experiences each and every one of us bring to our workplace. If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process please contact Human Resources via .
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
