Contracts Director

Wabtec

  • Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.Who will you be working with?We are seeking an experienced Contracts Director to join our team at the LH Group (a Division of Wabtec UK Ltd) based in Burton on Trent. we support our customers through maintenance and operation optimisation with customised solutions for spare parts, repair, and overhaul activities on existing trains.Role: Contracts DirectorSalary: £CompetitiveLocation: Hybrid/Burton on Trent, Staffordshire, (DE13 8EN)Hours: Monday to Thursday 08:00 to 16:30pm and Friday 08:00am to 13:00pm, 37 hours per weekContract Type: Permanent, Full-TimeHow will you make a difference?To manage and protect the company’s commercial and contractual interests across bids, contracts, and ongoing projects. This includes reviewing and negotiating contract terms, supporting project delivery, and ensuring financial and legal compliance.What will your typical day look like?
  • Lead the review, drafting, and negotiation of contract terms to support timely bid submissions and protect company interests.
  • Coordinate with internal and external legal teams to ensure contracts are approved at tender and award stages.
  • Ensure consistent application of corporate standards in contract processes.
  • Support Product Lines in delivering contract obligations and achieving financial targets.
  • Monitor contract performance, manage change control, and resolve disputes or claims.
  • Analyse financial and contractual data to identify risks and recommend mitigation actions.
  • Ensure contractual obligations are communicated and flowed down to all relevant stakeholders.
  • Lead negotiations with customers and suppliers, including variations and change requests.
  • Maintain an up-to-date contract register and ensure orderly contract documentation.
  • Implement and uphold standards, tools, and processes for contract management.
  • Represent the UK business in corporate contract and legal forums.
What do we want to know about you?
  • Degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field
  • Strong knowledge of contract law, terms & conditions, and commercial risk management
  • Proven experience in contract drafting, negotiation, and administration
  • Ability to manage change control, variation orders, and dispute resolution
  • Skilled in analysing financial data, contractual obligations, and risk exposure
  • Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills for dealing with customers, suppliers, and legal teams
  • Ability to influence and collaborate across departments and with senior stakeholders
If you don’t have all the above criteria don’t worry, we would still like to hear from you as we live our values always put people first, and strive to expand what is possible.Apply today!Legal authorisation to work in the UK is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.*Please note that we do not accept agency candidate submissions without a formalised agreement with Wabtec Talent Acquisition. If you are an agency/third party Recruiter and have not been engaged by Wabtec for this search, we do not owe you a fee if you submit a candidate to the applicant tracking system that is ultimately hired.Who are we?Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more!Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

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