Senior Contract Negotiator, Bombardier Defense

*Depending on the position, Bombardier offers flexible and hybrid work policies.*

Why join us?

At Bombardier, we design, build, modify, and maintain the world's most advanced aircraft for the most discerning individuals, businesses, governments, and military entities. We set the highest standards through our people-centered approach, always defining excellence together.

Working at Bombardier means delivering the best. Every day, you're 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 enable each individual to reach their full potential in their own way, because the best work happens when you're free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

Our benefits

We take care of our employees by offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits program, which includes the following:

• Insurance plans (Dental care, Medical care, Life insurance, Disability insurance, and more)
• Competitive base salary
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee assistance program
• Telehealth program

What will you contribute to the team?

• Support and/or lead the negotiation of contract terms for cross-border agreements worth millions of dollars related to the sale of private aircraft for specialized missions worldwide.
• Draft complex and specialized terms and conditions that account for both Bombardier's potential risks and our unique clients' needs.
• Draft and negotiate various types of agreements such as aircraft purchase agreements, data usage licenses, technical services agreements, and aircraft modification agreements.
• Contribute to aircraft delivery objectives by providing continuous commercial and/or legal support to internal and external clients.
• Foster commercial success by anticipating risks and, in collaboration with internal stakeholders, developing creative and effective mitigation plans to protect the aircraft delivery schedule.
• Inform senior management at Bombardier of unresolved contractual risks in a timely manner.
• Communicate with clients, including regarding billing, in compliance with the purchase agreement and ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Contribute to the improvement of procedures and governance activities related to the department's functions.
• Have the opportunity to travel internationally.

How will you thrive in this role?

• You have recognized experience or knowledge of the aerospace or defense industry, as well as knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARs), is required.
• You can combine your business sense and risk management skills.
• You hold a bachelor's degree in law or business. Holding a Master of Business Administration (MBA) is an asset but not a requirement.
• You have at least ten (10) years of experience working in a law firm or a large corporation.
• You have at least ten (10) years of experience in commercial transaction negotiation and drafting commercial agreements.
• You are a leader and are self-sufficient.
• You possess strong interpersonal and persuasion skills.
• You have strong writing skills in English.
• You are able to work flexible, extended, or irregular hours aligned with business needs and are available for international travel with short notice.
• You are bilingual - French and English. Proficiency in a third language is an asset but not a requirement.
• #### Now that you're envisioning this role, apply and join the Bombardier team!

Please note: You don't need *all* the skills, knowledge, and experience required to apply for this position! We're not looking for the perfect candidate, but for a talented and passionate individual.

Bombardier is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals of all races, religions, ethnic origins, sexual identities, sexual orientations, ages, immigrant statuses, disabilities, or other legally protected characteristics to apply.

Job Senior Contract Negotiator, Bombardier Defense

Main Site Administrative Center (CA)

Organization Aerospace Canada

Work Quarter

Employee Status Regular

Requisition 14870 Senior Contract Negotiator, Bombardier Defense