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Description
Contracts Manager Location: Commutable to one of our Farnborough, Whiteley or Bristol offices (1-2 days a week)
Role Overview:
We are looking for a Contracts Manager for the National Security and Defence area of Leidos Innovations UK. The role holder will assist and report directly to the Head of Contracts / Commercial Director.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Provides commercial, contractual and technical interpretation on contract terms and conditions as the lead for existing contracts with key customers
* Lead contractual interactions with the Customer
* Represents the Contracts team at customer meetings, being able to present to the Customer and advise on the status of contractual issues and resolution
* Lead the commercial evaluation and preparation of contract change proposals
* Scrutinise and govern contract change proposals; provide high quality contract drafting and negotiate proposals through to signature
* Manage and draft customer communications in support of programme delivery
* Own the contract management and contract compliance activities for the programme
* Proactively manage customer disputes and complaints
* Provide timely commercial advice to project and delivery teams in support of management and delivery of the programme
* Review, scrutinize, and develop operational process flows
* Ensure that the financial aspects and impact of the contract are clear to all parties
* Ensure that all stakeholders, such as administration, operations, and finance understand and adhere to contractual obligations
* Develop and maintain good working relationships with the customer commercial/contracts team
* Take an active role in the performance of the contract and proactively work to identify risks, issues and opportunities and develop and implement strategies to mitigate the risks, resolve the issues and capitalize on the opportunities
* Ability to operate independently and communicate effectively, both internally and externally
* Good level of understanding of programme technical performance metrics and financial status
* Excellent written and verbal communications skills
* Liaison with other Leidos operating units and corporate departments where applicable
Skills Required:
* Strong interpersonal and organisational skills
* Ability to multi-task in a pressurised environment
* Strong comprehension of programme technical performance metrics and financial status
* Extensive experience of managing commercial and contractual elements of a contract change pipeline
* Extensive experience of in-life contract management and contract compliance
* Strong negotiator
* Strong collaborator
* Commercially astute
* High attention to detail
Clearance Requirements:
* Clearance to Start SC HO
* Clearance for Role SC HO
What we do for you:
At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance.
We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes:
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
• Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme)
• Dynamic Working
Commitment to Diversity:
We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone.
Who We Are:
Leidos UK & EUROPE - we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science.
Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services.
Pay Range:
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary.
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