Senior Aftermarket Contracts Lead (Aerospace)

Safran; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Safran is seeking a Contracts professional to support the Aftermarket in the UK, drafting, negotiating and managing a range of contracts to ensure on-time, on-quality delivery. You will mentor Contracts Officers and advise on commercial risk while supporting Business Development and Customer Services.

The role requires strong communication skills, experience in aerospace or regulated environments, and a proven track record in contract management and negotiations within Aftermarket activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years' relevant experience, or 7 years' relevant experience in the absence of a degree.
• Proven experience in contract drafting, negotiation and contract management within an aerospace or highly regulated environment.
• Previous experience supporting aerospace Aftermarket, customer support, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), or service-related activities.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify, assess and mitigate contractual risks.
• Experience supporting customer-facing teams and managing contractual relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, approve and negotiate a wide range of aftermarket agreements, including supply, repair, maintenance, licensing and support contracts.
• Act as the contractual focal point for the Aftermarket business, providing guidance on commercial risk, compliance and contractual obligations.
• Support Business Development and Customer Services teams in developing contractual solutions that meet customer and business requirements.
• Lead customer contract negotiations, ensuring commercially sound outcomes while maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Review and manage contract-related claims, disputes and change requests, providing practical solutions.
• Mentor and support Contracts Officers, promoting best practice and continuous development across the Contracts function.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Contract management

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Safran is seeking a Contracts professional to support the Aftermarket in the UK, drafting, negotiating and managing a range of contracts to ensure on-time, on-quality delivery. You will mentor Contracts Officers and advise on commercial risk while supporting Business Development and Customer Services.

The role requires strong communication skills, experience in aerospace or regulated environments, and a proven track record in contract management and negotiations within Aftermarket activities.