Legal Counsel Contracts

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space SAS

Airbus is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2018 it generated revenues of € 64 billion and employed a workforce of around 134,000. Airbus offers the most comprehensive range of passenger airliners. Airbus is also a European leader providing tanker, combat, transport and mission aircraft, as well as one of the world's leading space companies. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions worldwide.

Our people work with passion and determination to make the world a more connected, safer and smarter place. Taking pride in our work, we draw on each other's expertise and experience to achieve excellence. Our diversity and teamwork culture propel us to accomplish the extraordinary - on the ground, in the sky and in space.

Job Description

• As a fully qualified lawyer, the Legal Counsel – Contracts is involved in and contributes to all contracting processes and contract negotiations. • Provide proactive business and cost effective legal advice and services to company’s Functions (procurement, sales, customer services and support, programs, delivery operations, finance, business development, engineering and environment) in the area of contracts drafting, negotiation, administration and claims management. • Support company business activities through education, advice, structuring, contract drafting and negotiation support. • Supports the creation and implementation of legal and contractual standard documentation and legal processes. • Ensures regular information and reporting to company legal function executives of legal risk or liability issues as well as legal opportunities. • Monitor legal and regulatory developments of concern to the company, analyze their effects on Company business and advise management of implications and solutions.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.