Thales
Thales
Thales develops technology for aerospace, defense, security, and transportation. Its work spans AI-enabled systems, secure data communication, and smart transportation solutions, supporting organizations that rely on trusted digital and operational infrastructure. The company also emphasizes sustainability, digital ethics, and diversity as part of its approach to building technology and its workforce.

Legal Counsel / Contract Manager – Integrated Airspace Protection Systems | Thales

Legal Counsel and Contract Manager supporting Thales’ Integrated Airspace Protection Systems business line. The role covers contract risk analysis, negotiation strategy, compliance, and contractual management.

Description

  • Assess project risks and opportunities.
  • Draft and negotiate contractual commitments with customers and industrial partners while addressing technical, schedule, regulatory, and legal constraints.
  • Help shape negotiation strategy during bidding and contract execution.
  • Develop and apply innovative contractual solutions.
  • Attend program reviews and meetings with internal stakeholders and customers.
  • Gather the documents, information, and data needed for amendments and claims.
  • Recommend measures to reduce risk and improve profitability.
  • Report regularly to the Legal, Contracts & Compliance Director for the Integrated Airspace Protection Systems business line.
  • Help project teams interpret and apply contractual provisions.
  • Assist Procurement with drafting and negotiating subcontracting agreements.
  • Maintain contract records and prepare document submissions for customers and subcontractors.
  • Monitor compliance with applicable regulations, including relevant compliance obligations.

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Law, preferably Business Law or Public Business Law, plus Finance or Management training or a business school qualification; alternatively, higher education in Finance or Business with legal training, ideally in Public Law.
  • Ideally, 4–7 years of experience with French public procurement, including familiarity with the French Armament Contract Code and export contracts.
  • Strong analytical and synthesis capabilities across the business, financial, and technical dimensions of projects.
  • Ability to develop practical solutions.
  • Able to balance independent working with the rigor needed for accurate, high-quality reporting.
  • English proficiency sufficient for negotiation, drafting, and communication in an international setting.
  • A security clearance procedure will be required if the role provides access to information classified as a national defence secret.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Ongoing skills development through training programs, academies, and internal communities.
  • Inclusive and supportive workplace with respect for work-life balance.
  • Established commitment to social and environmental responsibility.

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