Location: Reading, United Kingdom Thales people architect solutions at the heart of the defence-security continuum. Interoperable and secure information and telecommunications systems for defence, security, and civil operators, are based upon innovative use of radiocommunications, networks, and cybersecurity. We are ground breaking new digital technologies such as 4G mobile communications, cryptography, cloud computing and big data for use in physical protection systems, and critical information systems. Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that's why we offer you the flexibility to do what's important to you; whether that's part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. What you can gain from the role: Dealing with governments, companies, industrial partners, joint ventures worldwide. Exposure to different cultures International travel Cutting edge technology Global career opportunities Primary Purpose of the Role: The Senior Contracts Officer is responsible for supporting the aims and objectives of the L&C function. Working on his/her own initiative, but with the appropriate supervision by a senior member of the L&C team or the Head of Contracts, the role holder will oversee the contractual affairs of designated areas within the business. The role holder will carry out some or all (as may be relevant) of the following activities in relation to medium complexity bids and/or contracts: Serve as a focal point of contact for customers regarding administrative aspects of contracts. Ensures contract and data administration activities are carried out Work with the PM to complete the contract loading on CLM Manages routine contracts Ensure bid / project team understand the purchase order / contractual obligations Populate NDAs Maintains contractual records, documentation of key correspondence, status and issue reports, etc. Customer payment management Principal Relationships: Internal: Senior Contracts Manager / Head of Contracts / wider L&C Team, Sales & Bid Management, Project & Programme Management, Operations, Engineering, Finance/Bid Finance, Sub-Contracts/Procurement. External: Customers, Partners, Subcontractors & Suppliers as necessary. Key Skills / Experience: Excellent communication and influencing skills Basic commercial/business awareness Resilience and tenacity to deal with periods of high intensity work, notably during bid activity Understanding of contract management principles Self-motivation and ability to plan workload Security Clearance statement: Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a sole British National from birth and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years' residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. LI-DB1 In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency. 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. Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment, if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles. Great journeys start here, apply now!