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Regulatory Compliance Requirements

- Requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the ITAR or the EAR.
- Requires a positive Controlled Goods assessment as you will have direct access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program.
- Required to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance at the NATO Secret Level.

Position Summary

We have a current vacancy for a Contracts Manager who serves as a key business partner to program and functional teams, providing strategic contractual guidance throughout the bid, negotiation, execution, and closeout phases of complex defence and government contracts. The role is responsible for protecting the organization's commercial interests by ensuring contractual compliance, identifying and mitigating risks, maximizing opportunities, and supporting the negotiation of favourable contractual outcomes.

Throughout project execution, the Contracts Manager collaborates with project leadership and stakeholders to manage contractual obligations, advise on commercial and contractual matters, monitor risks and opportunities, support change management initiatives, and facilitate the timely resolution of issues. The role also contributes to dispute avoidance and resolution activities, including the preparation and management of contractual records and pre-litigation documentation when necessary.

Key Areas of Responsibility

- Manage a portfolio of defence and government contracts of varying size, complexity, and risk throughout the full contract lifecycle;
- Draft, review, negotiate, implement, and administer contracts, amendments, arisings, and other contractual documents in accordance with company policies and procedures;
- Support the preparation of bids and proposal packages, from bid/no-bid assessment through contract award, implementation, and ongoing contract management;
- Prepare contractual assessments, risk analyses, and briefing materials to support internal governance and gate approval processes;




- Interpret contract requirements and advise project teams on contractual rights, obligations, risks, and compliance requirements;
- Participate in negotiations with customers on commercial terms, pricing, delivery schedules, scope changes, and contractual terms and conditions;
- Liaise with Procurement, Finance and other departments to ensure the adequate flow-down of prime contract terms and conditions to suppliers and subcontractors;
- Provide contractual guidance and negotiation support on complex subcontract negotiations where required;
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders to support successful program execution;
- Monitor the progress and status of assigned programs through participation in internal and customer-facing meetings, reviews, and governance forums;
- Report on key risks, issues, commercial performance, and compliance matters to senior management and customers, as required;
- Implement and promote best practices, compliance policies, and ethical business conduct in accordance with Thales guidelines and applicable regulations;
- Support the resolution of contractual disputes, claims, change requests, and other commercial matters;
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the Contracts function by identifying process enhancements, improving efficiency, and promoting the adoption of best practices across the contract lifecycle;
- Support periodic internal and external audits, ensuring the maintenance of complete, accurate, and auditable contract records; and
- Proactively monitor contractual, commercial, and program risks, escalating issues as appropriate and recommending practical solutions and corrective actions.

Minimum Qualifications

- University Degree or equivalent experience;
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a strategic business support function, including but not limited to Procurement, Legal, Finance, Contracts Management, etc.;
- At least 1 year of contract experience including: draft, review, negotiate, implement, and administer contracts, amendments, arisings,



and other contractual documents in accordance with company policies and procedures;
- Prior experience presenting and communicating information to internal and external stakeholders on a regular basis
- Fluency in English;

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience managing or supporting large-scale complex contracts;
- Experience working with cross-functional teams in a major projects environment;
- Working knowledge of government procurement policies and procedures;
- Negotiation skills and ability to effectively reach negotiated compromises;
- Experience managing defence contracts under the Defence Production Act and Government of Canada procurement processes;

Special Position Requirements

Physical Environment: Hybrid working environment (onsite and from home)

Travel: Potential travel may be required to different Thales and/or customer sites.

Why Join Us?

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:

- Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D;, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.
- Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.
- Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.
- Voluntary Life, AD&D;, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.
- Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.

About Thales

In a world that is increasingly fast moving, unpredictable – and full of opportunities, trust is essential for societies to flourish. Trust in our institutions. Trust in our systems. Trust in technology. Trust in each other.

And the people we all rely on to make the world go round, they rely on Thales. They come to us with big ambitions: to make life better, to keep us safer.

From the bottom of the oceans to the depths of space and cyberspace, we help our customers navigate uncertainty with confidence and new frontiers with optimism. Thinking smarter and acting faster - mastering ever greater complexity and every decisive moment along the way.

We collaborate to architect and deliver high technology solutions that are both imaginative and resilient, human-centered and sustainable. So that together we can harness the extraordinary power of technology to build a future we can all trust.

📌 Contracts Manager (Quebec City)
🏢 Thales Canada
📍 Quebec City