Legal Contracts Manager, Thales, Jeddah, KSA

This job is OPEN to APPLY for ALL Nationalities, unless otherwise specified.

We need a Legal Contracts Manager, 
Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.

We have been present in Saudi Arabia for 40 years and with over 600 employees to date, we are growing rapidly. Together we are delivering our signalling, control and train protection systems for the North –South Railway (NSR), the longest system of it’s kind in the world. Together we are key suppliers of In-flight entertainment and connectivity systems as well as air traffic management solutions in Saudi. We are making Saudi Arabia a safer place by securing the country’s critical infrastructure and e-security solutions that secure the country’s electronic payment systems. Thales has been selected to supply major electronic systems for air defence and the Group also supplied communication and optronic systems for the Army, the Saudi Arabia National Guards and the Air Force.

JOB OBJECTIVE:

Contract Manager within the Legal Contract Management Team for KSA & CA, covering KSA Projects.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.Contract Law & Contract Drafting

• Understanding legal principles and procedural rules in contract law.
• Drafting precise contract clauses that reflect the parties' intent.
• Keeping records of negotiations to preserve legal proof.
• Analyzing complex contract structures (e.g., JVs, SPVs, consortia) and identifying risks/opportunities.
• Handling various contract types across legal systems (civil/common law, public/private contracts).

2.Pre-contract/Contract Administration & Claim Management

• Establishing best practices for contract claims, changes, and record-keeping.
• Implementing contract/claim management tools.
• Managing changes, claims, and disputes, ensuring fair resolutions.
• Leading contract/claim process improvements at an organizational level.

3. Compliance, Standards & Regulations

• Ensuring adherence to ethics, trade compliance, and anti-corruption policies.
• Conducting due diligence, audits, and compliance risk assessments.
• Managing cybersecurity, data privacy, and regulatory adherence in contracts.
• Collaborating with compliance specialists to mitigate legal risks.

4. Intellectual Property & Product Strategy Acumen

• Integrating IP considerations into business and product strategies.
• Negotiating and drafting IP clauses effectively.
• Monitoring IP-related processes in bids and projects.

5. Thales Operating Model, Policies & Processes

• Applying internal policies and governance structures in contract management.
• Managing contract-related processes across different international projects.
• Ensuring compliance with the Thales Contract Management Operating Model.

6. Financial & Business Acumen

• Aligning contract management with financial and business strategies.
• Understanding pricing models, payment terms, and cash flow management.
• Identifying cost implications of contract terms and financial risks.
• Applying IFRS principles and insurance-related contractual knowledge.

1. Contract Law & Contract Drafting

• Understanding legal principles and procedural rules in contract law.
• Drafting precise contract clauses that reflect the parties' intent.
• Keeping records of negotiations to preserve legal proof.
• Analyzing complex contract structures (e.g., JVs, SPVs, consortia) and identifying risks/opportunities.
• Handling various contract types across legal systems (civil/common law, public/private contracts).

2.Pre-contract/Contract Administration & Claim Management

• Establishing best practices for contract claims, changes, and record-keeping.
• Implementing contract/claim management tools.
• Managing changes, claims, and disputes, ensuring fair resolutions.
• Leading contract/claim process improvements at an organizational level.

3. Compliance, Standards & Regulations

• Ensuring adherence to ethics, trade compliance, and anti-corruption policies.
• Conducting due diligence, audits, and compliance risk assessments.
• Managing cybersecurity, data privacy, and regulatory adherence in contracts.
• Collaborating with compliance specialists to mitigate legal risks.

4. Intellectual Property & Product Strategy Acumen

• Integrating IP considerations into business and product strategies.
• Negotiating and drafting IP clauses effectively.
• Monitoring IP-related processes in bids and projects.

5. Thales Operating Model, Policies & Processes

• Applying internal policies and governance structures in contract management.
• Managing contract-related processes across different international projects.
• Ensuring compliance with the Thales Contract Management Operating Model.

6. Financial & Business Acumen

• Aligning contract management with financial and business strategies.
• Understanding pricing models, payment terms, and cash flow management.
• Identifying cost implications of contract terms and financial risks.
• Applying IFRS principles and insurance-related contractual knowledge.

7. Contractual Risks & Opportunities Management

• Identifying and mitigating contractual risks while leveraging opportunities.
• Developing and implementing risk management strategies.
• Evaluating technical and non-technical risks within contract terms.

8. Delivery & Performance Management

• Managing delivery risks related to international trade (tax, customs, transfer of title).
• Coordinating contract performance monitoring with project teams.
• Understanding time scheduling and the critical path in project execution.

9. Project, Bid & Capture Acumen

• Managing internal contract-related projects using project management principles.
• Defining contract management workflows, KPIs, and governance metrics.
• Providing contractual insights throughout the bid lifecycle.

10. Sourcing & Subcontracting Management

• Managing supplier contracts and subcontracting agreements.
• Advising teams on contract flow-downs and supplier risk management.
• Aligning prime contract management with procurement strategies.

11. Change Management & Continuous Improvement

• Implementing change management strategies in contract processes.
• Communicating regulatory changes effectively.
• Adopting digital tools and best practices for contract improvement.

12. Communication

• Conveying contract-related matters clearly and assertively.
• Escalating issues appropriately and proposing solutions.
• Managing internal and external contract-related communication.

13. Deals Well with Complexity

• Simplifying complex contract and legal concepts.
• Managing ambiguity and making sound decisions in uncertain scenarios.

14. Engages Stakeholders

• Understanding stakeholder needs and adjusting contract strategies accordingly.
• Aligning contract processes with business objectives and stakeholder expectations.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :

• +5 years of relevant experience in In-house Legal, contracts and commercial management in international environment with exposure to FIDIC contracts, Public Procurement contracts, Corporate Laws and Trade compliance.
• Practical experience in KSA legal systems and Laws, Civil Law and Common law and comparative legal practices and exposure to Middle East legal environment.

QUALIFICATION, CERTIFICATION & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS :

Bachelor or Master Degree in laws (Private Law, Commercial Law, Corporate Law) or in Business administration, engineering or similar.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Proficiency in English (written & verbal)
• Strong understanding of FIDIC contracts, Public Procurement contracts, Corporate Laws, and Trade Compliance
• Knowledge of KSA legal systems, Civil Law, Common Law
• Contract drafting, negotiation, and management
• Ability to ensure coherence between contractual documents (T&Cs, scope of work, specifications)
• Experience with contracts involving government and semi-government organizations
• Awareness of regulatory frameworks: export control, environmental, health & security policies
• Financial and risk assessment skills (cost estimates, price revisions, contingencies, taxes)
• Understanding of project management and contract lifecycle processes
• Ability to manage disputes, litigation, and legal resolutions

At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!


Read the Job Description, and scroll down for
"DETAILS TO REGISTER FOR THIS JOB" to APPLY...

Also, please interact with our advertisers.
It helps us keep this website FREE.
🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲


What is an ATS CV?

Applicant Tracking System or "ATS", is the software that 'READS' your CV and stores this information in a database. Like this:



If the CV is not made as per the RULES of the ATS, the information will get messed up in the database. Like this:



And, you may never be found by the recruiter, in spite of your 'CV information' existing in the database...

... And, you'll wonder why you get rejected in spite of being a PERFECT MATCH for the Job.


Read more about the ATS CV here:

www.dubai-forever.com/cv-writing-services.html#ATS-Compliant-CV


🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲

DETAILS TO REGISTER FOR THIS JOB:
NOTE: ATS-compliant CV is MANDATORY!

https://careers.thalesgroup.com/global/en/job/TGPTGWGLOBALR0284017EXTERNALENGLOBAL/Legal-Contracts-Manager?utm_source=indeed&utm_medium=phenom-feeds



Applied For Many Jobs, But Didn't Get Any Interview Calls?

Apply For This Job Using a Branded ATS-Friendly CV from Dubai-Forever.Com.

CONTACT NOW!





🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲


What's the most IMPORTANT thing you should read about a CV Writing Service?

Customer Satisfaction Reviews, right?

You'll get a fair idea whether to purchase that service or not.

Read the reviews and recommendations our customers have written on my LinkedIn profile.

Visit my LinkedIn Profile, and then scroll down to the Recommendations section.



Navigate here for more testimonials/feedback about our expertise and results:

www.dubai-forever.com/resume-writing-feedback.html

www.dubai-forever.com/cv-writing-reviews.html


Also, read reviews about "www.Dubai-Forever.Com" on TrustPilot.com, the world's must trusted review site...


🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲


Want CV Samples & Templates for FREE?

Click on the CV's below to begin:





🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲


Join the Fastest Growing Job Group on LinkedIn:





🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲


Join the Middle East's Best Job Groups on Whatsapp:





🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲


Join our Telegram Group:





🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲


Submit your CV here, as well:





🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲


We support the Far-Sighted, Growth-Oriented Vision announced by the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain.


It's an exciting time and the next 30 - 40 years will see massive growth in jobs in the GCC countries.


Excited about working in the GCC? Click on one of the banner's below...






🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲

SOCIAL INITIATIVE:

We publish job vacancies on this Job Portal (https://www.dubai-jobs.me) and our Whatsapp groups (www.dubai-forever.com/whatsapp-jobs.html) for the benefit of job-seekers.


It is to help people who are searching for jobs from across the world.


This is a Social Initiative from our team @ dubai-forever.com, so please help us in this Noble Task by Forwarding these jobs within your Network.


Do this GOOD DEED.


You never know who will benefit from it.


You've heard about KARMA right?


It's waiting to give you 10X of whatever you do...Do the Good Deed. NOW!


🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇰🇼 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲 🇧🇭 🇦🇪 🇸🇦 🇶🇦 🇴🇲