Contract Manager

Indra Group; Madrid; Híbrido; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible hours

Open culture

Global impact projects

Mobility across Spain

Lifelong learning

Descripción de la vacante

INDRA Space in Madrid is seeking a Contract Manager to oversee the full contractual lifecycle of complex space programmes in an international, hybrid work setting. You will collaborate with Legal, Finance, Engineering, and Procurement, ensuring alignment with contractual terms, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance.

The role demands a Law degree and at least 4 years in contract management within defence/space sectors, with strong knowledge of processes and risk.

Formación

• Law degree is required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in contract management in an international environment or similar role.
• Proven experience in complex programmes within industrial, defence, space, or similar sectors.
• Strong knowledge of contractual processes, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and international environments.
• Availability to work in a hybrid model in Madrid.

Responsabilidades

• Manage the full contractual lifecycle of complex space programmes, ensuring alignment between execution and contractual terms.
• Support the Legal team in contract analysis, identifying obligations, milestones, deliverables, and risks.
• Ensure contractual traceability across programme planning, subcontracting, and execution.
• Monitor contractual status and detect deviations early, proposing mitigation actions.
• Provide contractual support for tenders and business opportunities, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and procurement frameworks.
• Support Programme Managers in negotiations, contract drafting, and decision-making from a contractual and risk perspective.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (Legal, Finance, Engineering, Procurement) and international partners.
• Manage contract amendments, scope changes, extensions, and pricing and schedule adjustments.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage contractual risks, including delays, dependencies, and claims.
• Support preparation and management of claims and negotiations with clients, partners, and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, as well as regulatory aspects such as export control or cybersecurity.
• Maintain contractual documentation and capture lessons learned across programmes.

Conocimientos

Contract management experience

Multidisciplinary teams

International environments

Risk management

Regulatory/compliance knowledge

Educación

Law degree

Descripción del empleo

Contract Manager

Madrid, MD, ES

Rol: T III

Indra Space - Leading the Next Generation of Space Systems

At Indra Space, we are on a mission to redefine the European space industry by delivering high-performance small satellite solutions for LEO missions. Our ambition? To become a leading company in end-to-end satellite systems, driving innovation in:

Position, Navigation & Timing (PNT)
Secure Communications
Earth Observation & ISR
Space Domain Awareness (SDA) and Space Traffic Management (STM)
Science & space exploration

As the Space Business Unit of Indra Group, we combine cutting-edge technology with a full value chain approach—from satellite design and integration to ground segment and operations. With the integration of Deimos and strategic participation in Hispasat and Hisdesat, we are scaling Europe’s space autonomy and contributing to flagship programs like IRIS², Galileo, EGNOS, and Copernicus.

What will you do?

• Manage the full contractual lifecycle of complex space programmes, ensuring alignment between execution and contractual terms.
• Support the Legal team in contract analysis, identifying obligations, milestones, deliverables, and risks.
• Ensure contractual traceability across programme planning, subcontracting, and execution.
• Monitor contractual status and detect deviations early, proposing mitigation actions.
• Provide contractual support for tenders and business opportunities, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and procurement frameworks.
• Support Programme Managers in negotiations, contract drafting, and decision-making from a contractual and risk perspective.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (Legal, Finance, Engineering, Procurement) and international partners.
• Manage contract amendments, scope changes, extensions, and pricing and schedule adjustments.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage contractual risks, including delays, dependencies, and claims.
• Support preparation and management of claims and negotiations with clients, partners, and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, as well as regulatory aspects such as export control or cybersecurity.
• Maintain contractual documentation and capture lessons learned across programmes.

What are we looking for?

• Law Degree is required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in contract management in an international environment or similar role.
• Proven experience in complex programmes within industrial, defence, space, or similar sectors.
• Strong knowledge of contractual processes, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and international environments.
• Availability to work in a hybrid model in Madrid.

Don’t worry if you don’t meet 100% of the requirements.

What we offer:

• Work Your Way: Flexible hours so you can balance life and work effortlessly.
• Open Culture: Direct communication and a friendly environment where your voice matters.
• Innovation at Its Core: Be part of groundbreaking projects with global impact.
• People First: A collaborative team that supports and celebrates your success.
• Career Acceleration: Continuous feedback and annual reviews to help you grow.
• Stability You Can Trust: Long-term projects in a leading company with a future vision.
• Global Reach: Your work will influence major international initiatives.
• Mobility Opportunities: Explore projects across Spain and beyond.
• Lifelong Learning: Access Open University programs and 3,000+ Udemy for Business courses.

Your next big opportunity is here. Ready to make an impact?

Profile review: We evaluate your experience and skills to see if you fit what we’re looking for.
First contact (5-10 min): If you get a call from an unknown number, it's our team! A quick chat to get to know you and answer questions.
Technical interview: Meet the team, learn about the project and daily tasks, and explore your technical knowledge. Brief psychological and English tests may be included.
Offer and welcome: If all goes well, you join our team and start this new stage with us!

Estimated time: 1-2 weeks.

Our commitment: We promote work environments where people are treated with respect and dignity, ensuring professional development and guaranteeing equal opportunities in selection, training, and promotion. We offer a workplace free from discrimination based on gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, ethnicity, marital status, or any other personal or social circumstance.
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